haylakollis haylakollis
  • 12-01-2019
  • Mathematics
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suppose that x varies directly with y and x=17 when y=-85. What is the constant variation and what is the value of x when y=-160

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wegnerkolmp2741o wegnerkolmp2741o
  • 12-01-2019

Answer:

x=32

Step-by-step explanation:

The equation for direct variation is y =kx

We need to find the constant of variation k

-85 = k*17

Divide by 17

-85/17 = k

-5 = k

y = -5k

When y = -160

-160 = -5x

Divide by -5

-160/-5 =-5x/-5

32=x

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hereisnatasha24 hereisnatasha24
  • 20-01-2021

Answer:

Constant of variation: -1/5

x=32

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