The equation 3x + 2y = 0 represents a proportional relationship. What is the constant of proportionality? A) −3/2 B) −2/3 C) 2/3 D) 3/2

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Dimroc · Answer 1 · 2020-05-23T01:07:24+0000

Answer:

Explanation:

In this case, the constant of proportionality refers to the slope of the linear equation

3x + 2y = 0

The easiest way to find the slope is by expression the linear equation is the slope-intercept form, that is, isolating y:

$3x + 2y = 0\\2y=-3x\\y=(-3)/(2) x$

So, the slope is -3/2. This means that the constant is -3/2.

Therefore, the right answer is A.