How do you find the constant the variation andthe slope of the direct variation if y and x aren't given, and only the middle number is??
OK...clue me in on what you mean by the "middle" number.
By the "middle" number, you may be referring to the value of y, x, or both in the equation of direct variation. In direct variation, the equation takes the form y = kx, where y and x are variables and k is the constant of variation.
If you are given the middle number, which could be the value of y or x, you can still determine the constant of variation (k) and the missing variable.
To find the constant of variation (k), you need additional information, such as another data point or the equation of the direct variation. Without any other information, it is not possible to determine the value of k.
However, if you are given the values of y and x in addition to the middle number, you can calculate the slope of the direct variation (which is equal to k) using the formula:
k = y / x
Let's take an example to illustrate this:
Suppose the middle number is 10, and you are given the following direct variation equation: y = kx
If you have another data point, let's say (y1, x1), you can substitute the values into the equation and solve for k:
10 = k * x1
Then, you can find the value of k by rearranging the equation:
k = 10 / x1
By substituting the value of x1, you can calculate the constant of variation.
However, if you only have the middle number and no additional information, it is not possible to determine the constant of variation (k) or the missing variable.