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Understanding Direct and Inverse Variation

Understanding Direct and Inverse Variation

Assessment

Interactive Video

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Mathematics, Science

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7th - 10th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Easy

Created by

Sophia Harris

Used 6+ times

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This video tutorial covers the concepts of direct and inverse variation. It explains how direct variation is represented by the equation Y = KX, where Y varies directly as X, and the constant K is the proportionality constant. Examples are provided to illustrate how to determine the direct variation equation and solve for unknowns. The video also discusses Hook's Law as a real-world application of direct variation. Inverse variation is introduced with the equation Y = K/X, where Y varies inversely as X. Examples demonstrate how to find the inverse variation equation and solve related problems. A real-world application involving the time to empty a tank is also explored.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equation that represents a direct variation between two variables?

Y = K - X

Y = KX

Y = K/X

Y = K + X

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a direct variation, if Y = 28 when X = 7, what is the constant of proportionality?

2

5

3

4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Using the direct variation equation Y = 4X, what is Y when X = 3.5?

14

15

12

13

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Hook's Law, if a spring stretches 12 cm with a 4 kg mass, what is the constant of proportionality?

4

5

3

2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Hook's Law, if the constant of proportionality is 3, what is the displacement when the mass is 5 kg?

10 cm

12 cm

18 cm

15 cm

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equation that represents an inverse variation between two variables?

Y = KX

Y = K + X

Y = K - X

Y = K/X

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In an inverse variation, if Y = 27 when X = 1/3, what is the constant of proportionality?

9

8

7

6

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