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If y varies directly with x and y = 48 when x = -4, write the equation that represents this direct variation relationship12 345

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The equation that represents the direct variation relationship between y and x is

y = -12x

Step-by-step explanation

We are told that y varies directly with x.

y = 48 when x = -4.

We are then told to write the equation that represents this direct variation relationship.

In mathematical terms, y varies directly with x is written as

y ∝ x

If we introduce a constant of variation, k, we can then write this relationship as

y = kx

To now fully write this relationship, we need to solve for k.

y = 48 when x = -4.

y = kx

48 = k × -4

48 = -4k

-4k = 48

Divide both sides by -4

(-4k/-4) = (48/-4)

k = -12

We can then put in the value of k obtained

y = kx

y = -12x

The equation given is

3y = 10x

Recall that variation is represented as

y ∝ x

And written as

y = kx

So, we can convert 3y = 10x into this form and establish the direct variation and obtain the value of k.

3y = 10x

Divide both sides by 3

(3y/3) = (10x/3)

y = (10x/3)

which is similar to y = kx

k = (10/3)

So, option A is correct.

Hope this Helps!!!

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