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What is the constant of proportionality in the equation y = 5/4constant of proportionality =

What is the constant of proportionality in the equation y = 5/4constant of proportionality-example-1
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For a situation where y varies directly with x, if a constant of proportionality, k is introduced,the expression becomes

y = kx

Given the equation,

y = 5/4 x, k = 5/4

Therefore, constant of proportionality is 5/4

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