SOLUTION: Is the equation in direct variation? If not, explain why. If so, what is the constant of variation? y = 5x

Question 929739: Is the equation in direct variation? If not, explain why. If so, what is the constant of variation?
y = 5x
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Is the equation in direct variation? If not, explain why. If so, what is the constant of variation?
y = 5x
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As x goes up in value, y will go up in value.
So x and y vary directly.
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"5" is the constant of variation.
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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