SOLUTION: The variables x and y vary directly. Use the given value of the variables to write an equation that relates x and y. x=-2 y=-2

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Question 373470: The variables x and y vary directly. Use the given value of the variables to write an equation that relates x and y.
x=-2 y=-2

Answer by rfadrogane(214)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The variables x and y vary directly. Use the given value of the variables to write an equation that relates x and y.
x=-2 y=-2
Sol'n:
y = kx
at x = -2 & y = -2
-2 = k(-2)
k = 1
thus,
y = x -----answer

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