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The variables x and y have a proportional relationship: when x is 5, y is 8.

What is the constant of proportionality for this relationship?
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The variables x and y have a proportional relationship: when x is 5, y is 8. What-example-1

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Answer:

the answer is 1.6 !

Explanation:

User Lemon Cat
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Answer:

1.6

Explanation:

Since y = 8

And x = 5,

You divide both values by the X Value

8 divided by 5 = 1.6

5 divided by 5 = 1

the ratio is 1:1.6

So the constant is 1.6

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