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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 31 · Algebra · Rational expressions

Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 31

Write an inverse variation equation to solve the following problems.

The number of tickets for a sports fundraiser varies inversely to the price of each ticket. Brianna can buy 25 tickets at $5each.

ⓐ Write the equation that relates the number of tickets to the price of each ticket.
ⓑ How many tickets could Brianna buy if the price of each ticket was $2.50?

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §8.9 Use Direct and Inverse Variation · Exercise 31

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