Respuesta :

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Answer:

x=32

Step-by-step explanation:

The equation for direct variation is y =kx

We need to find the constant of variation k

-85 = k*17

Divide by 17

-85/17 = k

-5 = k

y = -5k

When y = -160

-160 = -5x

Divide by -5

-160/-5 =-5x/-5

32=x

Answer:

Constant of variation: -1/5

x=32