SOLUTION: If y varies directly as x, find the direct variation equation for the situation. y = 27 when x = 21 A. y = (9 / 7) x B. y = x + 6 C. y = 3x D. y = (7 / 9) x

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Question 437262: If y varies directly as x, find the direct variation equation for the situation. y = 27 when x = 21
A. y = (9 / 7) x
B. y = x + 6
C. y = 3x
D. y = (7 / 9) x

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*Note: When Quantities vary Directly,they are related by the relationship:
y+=+%28kx%29 k being the constant of proportionality.
y = 27 when x = 21
27 = k*21
27/21 = k
y = (9/7)x