Translating Verbal Expressions to Algebraic Expressions
| x | y |
| 1 | 8 |
| 2 | 16 |
| 3 | 24 |
What patterns do you notice in the relation given above?
In the relation given above, there is a proportional relationship between x and y. This relation is an example of a direct variation. As you progress through this topic, you will explore both direct variations and inverse variations. You will learn how to determine whether a relation represents a direct or an inverse variation.
Essential Questions
- How do you determine if a direct variation exists?
- How do you determine if an inverse variation exists?