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What is the constant of proportionality in the equation 3y=2x

User Gbvb
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Answer:

2/3

Explanation:

3y = 2x (Divide each side by 3)

3y/3 =2x/3

y=2/3x

so the direct variation relationship is

y=mx (m constant of proportionality)

In this case m is

2/3

User Casbby
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Answer:

2/3

Explanation:

3y = 2x

Divide each side by 3

3y/3 = 2x/3

y = 2/3 x

The direct variation relationship is

y = kx

In this case k = 2/3

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