x varies directly as y, when x = 5, y = 35. Find the constant of variation and equation of variation.
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"y varies directly as x" means that y = kx, for some constant, k.
k is called the constant of variation
Substituting in the given values, we have 5 = 35k.
So, k = 1/7
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