WAEC Mathematics 2000 Question 30

Question 30

Variation

If x varies inversely as y and x = 2/3 when y = 9, find the value of y when x = 3/4

  1. A.1/18
  2. B.8/81
  3. C.9/2
  4. D.8
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Answer: D (8)

Explanation

xy is constant: 2/3 × 9 = 6. So y = 6 ÷ 3/4 = 8.