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Variations in Mathematics for Form 5

This document discusses direct variation, inverse variation, and joint variation in mathematics. 1) If y varies directly as x, then y = kx, where k is the constant of variation. If y varies directly as x^2, then y = kx^2. 2) If y varies inversely as x, then y = k/x. Examples are given of finding values of variables when their relationships are defined. 3) If p varies directly as q and inversely as r, then p = kq/r. An example problem finds the value of p when given values of m, r, and the relationship between p, m, and r.

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Variations in Mathematics for Form 5

This document discusses direct variation, inverse variation, and joint variation in mathematics. 1) If y varies directly as x, then y = kx, where k is the constant of variation. If y varies directly as x^2, then y = kx^2. 2) If y varies inversely as x, then y = k/x. Examples are given of finding values of variables when their relationships are defined. 3) If p varies directly as q and inversely as r, then p = kq/r. An example problem finds the value of p when given values of m, r, and the relationship between p, m, and r.

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  • Chapter 5: Variations

MATHEMATICS

[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] SPM


DIRECT VARIATION (GubahanLangsung)
If

varies directly as
where

Example: Given

, then

is the constant of variation.


varies directly as

and

when

Express

in

terms of
when

Exercise :
1. Given that f varies directly as the square of g and f = 54 when g = 9. Find
the relation between f and g.

2. It is given that R varies directly as Q3 and R = 1 when Q = 2. Calculate the


value of R when
Q = -4.

3. It is given that p varies directly as the cube root of q and p = 18 when q =


27. Calculate the value of q when p = 48.

4. It is given that y varies directly as the square of x. And x = 6 when y =


108. Calculate the value of y when x = 3.
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A. 64
C. 18

B. 27
D. 9

5. Given that p varies directly as the cube of q and p and p = 18 when q =


2. Find the value of p when q = 4.
A. 27
B. 36
C. 72
D. 144
6. Given that p varies directly as xn and p = 4 when x = 1. Calculate the
value of n if p = 500 when x = 5.
A. 1/3
B.
C. 2
D. 3
7. Given that p is directly proportional to n2 and p = 36 when n = 3,
express p in terms of n.
A. p = n2
B. p = 4n2
2
C. p = 9n
D. p = 12n2

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INVERSE VARIATION
If y varies inversely as xn, then

Example : If y varies inversely as x and y=9 when x=6, find the value of y
when

when y=9, x=6

1. It is given that R varies inversely as the cube root of S and R = 6 when S =


8. Calculate the value of S when R = 24.

2. It is given that s varies inversely as t2 and s = 12 when t = 2. Express s


in terms of t.

3. Given S varies inversely as p2 and S = 3 when p = 2. Calculate the


value of S when p = -4

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4. It is given that p varies inversely as w and p = 6 when w = 2. Express p


in terms of w.
A. p = 3/w
B. p = 12/w
C. p = 3w
D. p = 12w

5. It is given that m varies inversely as the cube root of n and m = 2 when


n = 1/8. Express m in terms of n.
A. m = 4n1/3
B. m = 1/n1/3
1/3
C. m = 4/n
D. m = 1/4n1/3
6. R varies inversely as the cube of S. Find the relation between R and S.
A.
C.

B.
1/S3

S1/3
D. R

S1/3

7. It is given that y varies inversely as x. Given that


Express y in terms
of x.
A. y = 3x
C. y = 3x/4

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when x = 2.

B. y = 3/x
D. y = 3/4x

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MATHEMATICS
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] SPM

JOINT VARIATIONS
If p varies directly as q and inversely as r, then p
p

q
.
r

kq
r

Example:
Given that p varies directly as m2 and p varies inversely as r.
Express p in terms of m and r if p = 6 and m = 3 when r = 9. Determine the
value of p when m = 4 and r = 16.
Solution:
p
p

m2

r
km 2

when m = 4 and r = 16,

when p = 6, m = 3 and r = 9.

2m 2

k (3) 2

2(4) 2
16

9k
3
k2
6

1.

Table shows the relation between three variables , Q, R and S.


Q
R
S
2
6
3
18
m
2

Given that Q

R
, calculate the value of m.
S3

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A

16

54

2.

Table shows some values of the variables p, q and r which satisfy

q
P
r
p
q
r
Calculate the value of x.

4
2
25

5
x
36

18

30

80

3.

Relation between p, n and r is p

16

24

32

48

4.

Table shows some values of the variables E, F and G which satisfy

n
.
r
Given that p = 4 when n = 8 and r = 6. Calculate the value of p
when n = 64 and r = 3.

G
F

E
F
G
Calculate the value of n.

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10
9
15

8
25
n

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A

20/3

20

100/3

100

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Common questions

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The algebraic form of variation equations simplifies by providing a clear, formulaic method to isolate and calculate unknowns. By setting up equations like y = kx, solvers can substitute known values, deducing unknowns through basic algebra. This clarity aids in application across diverse scenarios, enhancing adaptability and predictability .

When variable relationships involve both powers and roots, challenges arise in simplifying expressions and accurately representing inverse/direct relationships. Mismanaging root or power operations can skew results due to disproportionate changes from small numeric alterations, requiring precise calculation to maintain correctness .

A table helps organize known variables and their respective values, permitting systematic comparisons and calculations. In joint variation, it simplifies identifying how changes in one set of variable values might influence another, fostering comprehension and stepwise solution derivation by providing clear reference points .

Inverse variation depicts one variable decreasing as another increases, expressed as y = k/xⁿ. In the context of R and S, this can often be R = k/S or more complex expressions depending on the power of S. It allows problem-solving by adjusting one variable inversely proportional to the other, essential in scenarios where reduction in one leads to increase in another .

In direct variation, one variable is proportional to another, expressed as y = kx, where k is the constant of variation. This constant is crucial because it defines the strength and nature of the proportional relationship between the variables. It allows the calculation of one variable given the other, ensuring quick problem-solving once k is known .

Varying powers influence the rate and direction of change in variables, impacting problem solutions and interpretations by dynamically altering output values for input shifts. Higher powers in direct variation amplify changes, while in inverse variation, they cause rapid decreases, necessitating careful consideration of non-linear effects in solutions .

To determine the power of n in a variation scenario, one analyses how changes in a variable correlate to changes in another, often given data points. The significance lies in how it reflects the intensity of the variable influence, affecting predictability and relationship calculations. In the example where p = n^k, knowing k is crucial for accurate system modeling .

To determine k when y varies inversely as x, use the relation y = k/x. Given points like (x₁, y₁), calculate k as k = x₁y₁. This establishes the fixed constant across variations, crucial for maintaining consistent relationships across variable values .

Given the relationship 3S/R = Q, solve for S or R and input values from a dataset to find Q, subsequently calculating unknowns like m. This involves solving for Q and substituting in S or R values, simplifying until m is isolated. Correctly managing fractions and units is essential .

When p varies directly as m squared and inversely as r, the relation is expressed as p = km²/r. This combines elements of both direct and inverse variation, requiring the solver to understand and manipulate both types of relationships simultaneously. It complicates problem-solving, as variations in m and r oppositely affect p .

[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM DIRECT VARIATION (GubahanLangsung) If varies directly as , then where is the con
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM A. 64 B. 27 C. 18 D. 9 5. Given that p varies directly as the cube of q and p an
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM INVERSE VARIATION If y varies inversely as xn, then Example : If y varies inversely
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM 4. It is given that p varies inversely as w and p = 6 when w = 2. Express p in te
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM JOINT VARIATIONS If p varies directly as q and inversely as r, then r q p  . r kq p
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM A 1 B 9 C 16 D 54 2. Table shows some values of the variables p, q and r which satisf
[CHAPTER 5:VARIATIONS] MATHEMATICS SPM A 20/3 B 20 C 100/3 D 100 CIKGU FARAH Page 7

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