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 (B)</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>$x = \frac{y}{k}$ (C)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (D)</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 (B)</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 (B)</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 (D)</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 (B)</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 (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of simplifying radical expressions with variables?

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

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

<p>An irrational number (A)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Exponentiation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Product property (A)</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 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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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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