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How much data can be downloaded in 6
seconds? Write the answer as an ordered
pair (t, d).

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The amount of data that can be downloaded in 6 seconds as an ordered pair (t, d) is (6, 4.5).

In Mathematics and Geometry, a proportional relationship is a type of relationship that passes through the origin (0, 0) and produces equivalent ratios as represented by the following mathematical equation:

y = kx ≡ d = kt

Where:

  • y represents the y-variable or data (in megatbytes).
  • x represents the x-variable or time (in seconds).
  • k is the constant of proportionality.

Next, we would determine the constant of proportionality (k) by using various data points as follows:

Constant of proportionality, k = d/t

Constant of proportionality, k = 3/4

Constant of proportionality, k = 0.75

Therefore, the required linear function for the bookmark cost is given by;

d = kt

d = 0.75t

When x is 6 seconds, the the amount of data downloaded can be calculated as follows;

d = 0.75(6)

d = 4.5 megatbytes

In conclusion, the amount of data that can be downloaded in 6 seconds as an ordered pair is (6, 4.5).

Complete Question;

A file downloads at a constant rate. The amount of data d that is downloaded in time t is a function and is graphed below.

How much data can be downloaded in 6 seconds? Write the answer as an ordered pair (t, d).

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