SOLUTION: Find an equation of variation in which y varies inversely as x and y = 5. Then find that value of y when x = 10

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Question 916830: Find an equation of variation in which y varies inversely as x and y = 5. Then find that value of y when x = 10
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
y=k%281%2Fx%29
k=xy

You must have an x, y pair to find the value for k.
You said, y=5; and then you want to find y when x=10. WHAT is x when y=5? You must have data allowing you to find the value for k.