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In the mathematical equation showing that pressure (P) multiplied by volume (V) remains equal to a constant (k) pressure and volume are ___________ proportional

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Answer:

Inversely

Step-by-step explanation:

pV = k

When p increases, V must decrease for k to remain constant.

When V increases, p must decrease for k to remain constant.

When the product of two variables is a constant, they are inversely proportional to each other.

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