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What is the constant of proportionality in the equation y=5x

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Answer:

The const. of prop. is k = 5.

Explanation:

The equation y = 5x closely resembles the general equation for direct proportion: y = kx. k is the proportionality constant. Therefore, k = 5.

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y = kx

k - constant of proportionality

y = 5x

k = 5

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