If y varies inversely as x and y =40 when x=5, what is the constant?

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2023-01-16

If y varies inversely as x and y =40 when x=5, what is the constant?

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peannreu

peannreu

Beginner2023-01-17Added 10 answers

So solution:
the initial statement is  y1x
The constant must be multiplied by k to create an equation.
of variation
y=k×1x=kx
Use the specified condition to find k.
y=40  when  x=5
y=kxk=yx=40×5=200

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