SOLUTION: Assume that y varies inversely as x, and y=18 when x=3. Find the constant of variation.

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Question 213208: Assume that y varies inversely as x, and y=18 when x=3. Find the constant of variation.
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, stanbon:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Assume that y varies inversely as x, and y=18 when x=3. Find the constant of variation.
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y = k/x
18 = k/3
k = 54

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Assume that y varies inversely as x, and y=18 when x=3. Find the constant of variation.
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y = k/x
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18 = k/3
k = 3*18
k = 54
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Cheers,
Stan H.