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Example Question #4 : How To Find Inverse Variation
When , .
When , .
If varies inversely with , what is the value of when ?
Possible Answers:
Correct answer:
Explanation:
If varies inversely with , .
1. Using any of the two combinations given, solve for :
Using :
2. Use your new equation and solve when :
Example Question #5 : How To Find Inverse Variation
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If varies inversely with , what is the value of ?
Possible Answers:
Correct answer:
Explanation:
An inverse variation is a function in the form: or , where is not equal to 0.
Substitute each in .
Therefore, the constant of variation, , must equal 24. If varies inversely as , must equal 24. Solve for .
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