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Write and graph a direct variation equation that passed through the given point. (5,-3)

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Answer:


y=-0.60x

The graph in the attached figure

Explanation:

we know that

A relationship between two variables, x, and y, represent a proportional variation if it can be expressed in the form
y/x=k or
y=kx

In a proportional relationship the constant of proportionality k is equal to the slope m of the line and the line passes through the origin

step 1

Find the constant of proportionality k

we have the point (5,-3)


k=y/x

substitute


k=-3/5=-0.6

The equation is


y=-0.60x

using a graphing tool

The graph in the attached figure

Write and graph a direct variation equation that passed through the given point. (5,-3)-example-1
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