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Constant of Proportionality Calculator

Find the constant k in a proportional relationship y = kx.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Constant of proportionality 2.5
Formula: k = y ÷ x
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. x = 8
3. y = 20
4.
5. Constant of proportionality = y / x = 20 / 8 = 2.5
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When two quantities are proportional, their ratio is the constant of proportionality.

The math behind it

For y = kx, the constant is k = y ÷ x. It stays the same for every matching pair.

Worked Example

y = 20 when x = 8 → k = 2.5.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is k used?

Once you know k, you can predict y for any x: y = kx.

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