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12 November, 06:52

If y varies inversely as x, find the constant of variation if y = 5 when x = - 1.

a) - 5

b) 5

c) - 2

d) 2

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  1. 12 November, 07:07
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    (a) - 5

    since y varies inversely as x then k = yx (k is the constant of variation)

    using y = 5 when x = - 1, then k = 5 * - 1 = - 5
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