Direct Variation and Constant of Variation
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What is the mathematical relationship defined by direct variation?

  • y = mx + b
  • y = x^2
  • y = x + k
  • y = kx (correct)

    • What does the constant of variation k represent in direct variation?

  • The constant of proportionality (correct)
  • The intercept of the line
  • The y-intercept of the line
  • The slope of the line

    • What is the correct method to find the value of y when x is given in direct variation?

  • Divide y by the constant of variation (correct)
  • Add the constant of variation to y
  • Subtract y from the constant of variation
  • Multiply y by the constant of variation

    • What is a common mistake to avoid when solving for variables in direct proportion?

    <p>Cross-multiply fractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the problem-solving example, what formula is used to find the value of x in terms of y?

    <p>$x = \frac{y}{k}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final answer for finding the value of y when x is eight, given that y is 36 when x is three?

    <p>y = 96</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common mistake to avoid when simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>Simplifying the variable before simplifying the radical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct method for simplifying a radical expression with a variable?

    <p>Simplify the radical first and then work with the variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if you don't distribute the exponent to both terms inside the radical when simplifying a radical expression with variables?

    <p>The simplified expression becomes incorrect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In simplifying radical expressions with variables, what is a common error when combining radicals?

    <p>Adding or subtracting variables directly within the radicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of simplifying the variable before simplifying the radical in a radical expression with variables?

    <p>The simplified expression becomes incorrect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When simplifying a radical expression with variables, what should you do before working with the variables?

    <p>Simplify the radical first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an error to avoid when combining radicals in a radical expression with variables?

    <p>Adding or subtracting variables directly within the radicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you distribute the exponent to each term inside the radical incorrectly, what effect does it have on the simplification of a radical expression with variables?

    <p>The simplified expression becomes incorrect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mistake when adding or subtracting variables directly within radicals in a radical expression with variables?

    <p>Expanding all variables before adding or subtracting them within the radicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is important to remember when combining like terms containing radicals and variables?

    <p>Simplifying only one term at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>Simplifying radical expressions with variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common outcome of simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>An irrational number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In simplifying radical expressions with variables, what type of numbers can be involved in the final expression?

    <p>Any real number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key concept to understand when simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>Fractional exponents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mathematical operation is commonly used in simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>Exponentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of numbers can the variable in a radical expression represent?

    <p>Real numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When simplifying radical expressions with variables, what property of radicals is often utilized?

    <p>Product property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of numbers are commonly found under the radical sign in expressions involving variable radicals?

    <p>Non-negative numbers only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When simplifying radical expressions with variables, what is the aim of the process?

    <p>To make the expression simpler and easier to work with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property of square roots is frequently applied when simplifying radical expressions with variables?

    <p>Product property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The speaker is defining direct variation, a mathematical relationship between two variables represented by the equation y = kx.
    • In direct variation, one variable is proportional to the other.
    • The constant of variation k is the constant of proportionality.
    • The speaker gives examples of direct variation: m varies directly as n, i is proportional to its price, and distance is directly proportional to speed.
    • To find the value of y when x is given, divide y by the constant of variation.
    • To find the value of x when y is given, divide y by the constant of variation and then solve for x.
    • The speaker gives a problem-solving example using the formula x = y/k.
    • The speaker mentions a common mistake when solving for variables in direct proportion: never cross-multiply fractions.
    • The speaker gives a final example of finding the constant of variation when x and y are given.- The speaker is providing a solution to a mathematical problem.
    • The problem involves finding the value of y when x is equal to eight, given that y is equal to 36 when x is equal to three.
    • The speaker translates the given equation to x/1 = y/x^2.
    • The values of x and y are substituted into the equation to find y when x is eight.
    • The final answer is y is equal to 96.

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    Learn about direct variation, a mathematical relationship between two variables represented by the equation y = kx, where one variable is proportional to the other. Understand how to find the constant of variation and solve problems using the direct variation formula.

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