Write a real-life problem situation that could be represented by the equation Y=65x. State what x, y, and 65 represent in your problem and explain how you know the problem represents a proportional relationship.

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Dillan Winters

12 March, 13:42

Write a real-life problem situation that could be represented by the equation Y=65x. State what x, y, and 65 represent in your problem and explain how you know the problem represents a proportional relationship.

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Billy Murray · Answer 1

You have an hour glass that actually takes 65 minutes to finish draining. Give an equation for the number of minutes Y elapse after the timer has expired and been immediately turned over x times.

The graph of the equation is a straight line so the relationship is proportional.