Question

If y varies directly and y is 12 when x is 1.2 what is the constant of variation for this relation

Answer 1

`10`

Explanation:

`y \propto x`

`y=kx`

`12=k * 1.2`

`k=(12)/(1.2)`

`k=10`

The constant of variation is
`k`.

Answer 2

10

Explanation:

The constant of variation would be 12 / 1.2 = 10.