Constant of Proportionality Practice
Constant of Proportionality Practice
1. The constant of variation for a function is 2. Which of the following graphs BEST represents
this situation?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Weight of Dog
15 30 45
(pounds)
Amount of Food
2 4 6
(scoops)
The amount of food in scoops (s) is related to the weight of the dog in pounds (p) by the
equation s = kp. What is k?
A. 7.5
B. 2 15
C. 1.5
D. 4 15
3. Tommy has a lawn service. He earns $25 for every lawn he mows. Which of the following
represents the rate of change of his income with respect to the number of lawns he mows?
A. 2 lawns $12.50
B. 2 lawns $50
C. $ 12.50 2 lawns
D. $50 2 lawns
4. The graph below shows the cost of tomato plants for each plant purchased.
6. The graph below shows the prices at which Joanna sells tomatoes according to their weight.
Based on the graph, what should be the cost per bottle of water?
A. $0.40
B. $0.67
C. $2.33
D. $2.40
How much commission does James earn on every one car sold?
A. $100
B. $300
C. $600
D. $900
10. Sarah jumps rope to keep in shape. She jumps an average of 20 times in 15 seconds. Which
of these describes her jumping rate?
A. 60 minutes per jump
B. 60 jumps per minute
C. 80 minutes per jump
D. 80 jumps per minute