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constant of proportionality (k)

constante de proporcionalidad (k)

the number k in a proportional relationship y = kx; it is the constant ratio k = \dfrac{y}{x}.

Example

If 3 lb of apples cost $6, then k = \tfrac{6}{3} = 2 dollars per pound, and y = 2x.

In Spanish

constante de proporcionalidad (k) — el número k de una relación proporcional y = kx; es la razón constante k = \dfrac{y}{x}.

Si 3 lb de manzanas cuestan $6, entonces k = \tfrac{6}{3} = 2 dólares por libra, y y = 2x.

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