Math Problem Statement
What does k represent in the equation y = kx?
Solution
The correct answer to the question "What does represent in the equation ?" is:
1) Constant of proportionality
In the equation , is the constant of proportionality, which determines the rate at which changes in relation to . It means that is directly proportional to , and scales to give .
Would you like more details on proportional relationships or how constants work in equations?
Related Questions:
- What does it mean for two variables to be directly proportional?
- How can you find the value of in the equation ?
- What are examples of real-world situations where direct proportionality is used?
- How does a constant of proportionality differ from a variable?
- In what type of equation does represent a slope instead?
Tip: In direct proportionality, when one variable changes, the other changes at a consistent rate defined by .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Proportionality
Formulas
y = kx
Theorems
Constant of proportionality
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9