Choose the equation that models the following statement: The pressure, P, of a given mass of a gas in a closed cylinder varies inversely as the volume, V, of the cylinder.

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DaveAlden · Answer 1 · 2019-11-20T15:49:44+0000

Answer:

P=(k)/(V)

Explanation:

It is given that the pressure, P, of the given mass of a gas in a closed cylinder varies inversely as the volume, V, of the cylinder.

Therefore, P ∞
(1)/(V)

So,
P=(k)/(V) where k is the constant of proportionality.

Hence, the equation that models the given statement is :

P=(k)/(V) or

PV = k