If y varies inversely with x, and y=15 then x=5, what is the value of the constant of variation?

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2022-09-04

If y varies inversely with x, and y=15 then x=5, what is the value of the constant of variation?

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Sharon Dawson

Sharon Dawson

Beginner2022-09-05Added 20 answers

y = k x where x=5 and y=15 are variables and k is constant
or
k=xy
or
k=(15)(5)
or
k=75

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