Question

The equation y=1/4x represents a proportional relationship. What is the constant of proportionality?

A. 1/4
B. x
C. 0
D. 4

Answer 1

a. 1/4

Explanation:

1/4 shows the relation of y and x. (that y is one fourth of x)

Answer 2

k = 1/4

Explanation:

A proportional relationship is

y = kx where k is the constant of proportionality

y = 1/4x

k = 1/4