SOLUTION: The variables x and y vary inversely. Use the given values to write an equation that relates x and y. x = 15, y = 5

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Question 388318: The variables x and y vary inversely. Use the given values to write an equation that relates x and y.
x = 15, y = 5

Answer by stanbon(57307) About Me  (Show Source):
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The variables x and y vary inversely.
y = k/x
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Use the given values to write an equation that relates x and y.
x = 15, y = 5
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Solve for "k":
5 = k/15
k = 75
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Equation:
y = 75/x
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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