Inverse square-root variation

Inverse square-root variation

Secondary 2
3 marks
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Assume all quantities and the constant of proportionality are positive.

The quantity \(y\) varies inversely with \(\sqrt{x}\). The difference between its values at \(x=9\) and \(x=16\) is \(5\). Find \(x\) when \(y=10\).[3]

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Answer:\(x=36\)

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