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Can someone answer this Algebra question asap? thanks

Can someone answer this Algebra question asap? thanks-example-1
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Answer:

y = - 24

Explanation:

Given that y varies directly with x then the equation relating them is

y = kx ← k is the constant of variation

To find k use the condition y = 12 when x = - 3

k =
(y)/(x) =
(12)/(-3) = - 4

y = - 4x ← equation of variation

When x = 6, then

y = - 4 × 6 = - 24

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