Question

y varies inversely with x. k, the constant of inverse variation, is 9.62. When y is 2.6, what is x? Round your answer to the nearest tenth, if necessary.

Answer 1

3.7

Explanation:

2.6 = 9.62/x

2.6x = 9.62 Multiplied each side by x

x = 3.7 Divided each side by 2.6.