Write an equation for a direct variation that includes the point 4 16

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Antoine Pelletier · Answer 1 · 2020-12-25T12:13:58+0000

Answer:

y = 4x

Explanation:

The general formula for linear direct variation is y = kx, where k is the constant of proportionality.

If (4, 16) is on the graph of this line, then 16 = 4k, and k = 4.

Thus, the desired equation for linear direct variation is y = 4x.