Question

The equation y = kx represents a proportional relationship between x and y, where k is the constant of proportionality. For a moving object, the equation d = st represents a proportional relationship between distance (d) and speed (s) or between distance (d) and time (t). Explain the different ways that you can define the constant of proportionality for this equation.

Answer 1

Hello!!!

In this specific case the constant of proportionality is s (speed).

Explanation:

The constant of proportionality stay "constant" (as the name suggests) in a certain case.

meaning, the speed itself remains constant at any given distance or time.

You can use the constant of proportionality and either distance or time to find the missing varliable since it remains constant.

you can also switch up the formula:

d=st

t=d/s

s=d/t

i really hope this helps!!!!!