Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Proportion (Section 2 - No. 8)

If *y* is directly proportional to the square root of *x*, and *y* = 6 when *x* = 9, which equation correctly represents this relationship?
y = x/2
y = 2√x
y = √x
y = 6√x

Explanation

y=k√x, 6=k√9, 6=3k, k=2. Therefore, y=2√x.

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