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Below there are graphs of some inverse proportions. What function each one represent? ​

Below there are graphs of some inverse proportions. What function each one represent-example-1
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Answer:

y = 15/x

Explanation:

An inverse proportion has the equation ...

y = k(1/x) . . . . k is the constant of proportionality

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Solving for k, we find ...

k = xy

The coordinates of the given point can be used to find k:

k = (3)(5) = 15

Then the equation of the graph is ...

y = 15/x

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