Question

Y is inversely proportional to x.
When =9, y = 8.
Find y when x= 6.

Answer 1

y=12

Explanation:

y is inversely proportional to x

y=k/x

k is a constant of proportionality

k=yx

y1x1=y2x2

8(9)=y2(6)

y2=8(9)/6

y2=12