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Constant of Proportionality (k)
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Calculate the constant ratio between two proportional quantities.
Variables
Variable X (Independent)
Variable Y (Dependent)
Ratio
Equation
y =
3
x
Constant of Proportionality (k)
3.0000
k = y / x
About this calculator
Overview
If two variables x and y are directly proportional, then y = kx, where k is the constant of proportionality. This means the ratio y/x is constant.
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Pro Tips
Enter known X and Y to find the constant that relates them.
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Fun Facts
"In physics, Hooke's Law F=kx uses a constant of proportionality (spring constant)."
"If y = k/x, they are inversely proportional."
