If x and y vary inversely and x = 18 when y = 8, find x when y = 16.

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2023-02-17

If x and y vary inversely and x = 18 when y = 8, find x when y = 16.

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Kenny Turner

Kenny Turner

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∴ Since x and y are opposites, x = 18 , y = 8
x y = 18 × 8 = 144
Now if y = 16, then x = 144 16 = 9

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