Question

What is the variation constant for an inverse squared relationship where we know x = –4 and y = 3?

A. 16 please show steps
B. 48 please show steps
C. –16 please show steps
D. –48 please show steps

Answer 1

It's B.

Explanation:

y = k /x^2

3 = k / (-4)^2

3 * 16 = k

k = 48.