WAEC Mathematics 2004 Question 44

Question 44

Variation

Given that p ∝ 1/√r and p = 3 when r = 16, find the value of r when p = 3/2

  1. A.48
  2. B.64
  3. C.72
  4. D.324
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (64)

Explanation

p = k/√r: 3 = k/4, so k = 12. Then 3/2 = 12/√r gives √r = 8 and r = 64.