OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Try It 14 · Algebra · Rational expressions
Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Try It 14
The force needed to break a board varies inversely with its length. Richard uses 24 pounds of pressure to break a 2-foot long board.
ⓐ Write the equation of variation.
ⓑ How many pounds of pressure is needed to break a 5-foot long board?
OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Try It 14
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