Question

An inverse variation function has a k value of 8. Which ordered pair is on the graph of the function?

(0, 8)
(16, 2)
(3, 24)
(4, 2)

Answer 1

D: (4,2)

Explanation:

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Answer 2

For inverse variation, we use the equation y = k/x, again, with k as the constant of proportionality. When one variable increases the other decreases in proportion so that the product is unchanged. Therefore, it would be the last option the correct answer.

y = k / x
2 = k / 4
k = 8