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1) y is directly proportional to x. If y-6, when x - 2. Find

a) The constant of proportionality. ​

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Answer:

k = 3

Explanation:

Given that y is directly proportional to x then the equation relating them is

y = kx ← k is the constant of proportionality

To find k use the condition y = - 6 when x = - 2, then

k =
(y)/(x) =
(-6)/(-2) = 3

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