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Which equation shows a proportional relationship? options: O y = x O y + 1 = 7x O y - 2 = x + 8 O x = y + 5

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A proportional relationship is one in which two quantities vary directly with each other. We say the variable y varies directly as x if:

y = kx

for some constant k , called the constant of proportionality . This means that as x increases, y increases and as x decreases, y decreases-and that the ratio between them always stays the same.

From the given options, the baove property is satisfied by,


y=(2)/(3)x

Thus, the correct option is A.

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