Question

If x and y vary inversely and x = 1 when y = 11, find x when y = 5.5.

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 2.

Step-by-step explanation:

y = k/x

11 = k/1

so k = 11

y = 11/x

When y = 5.5:

5.5 = 11/ x

x = 11/5.5

= 2.