Translate the Given Formula to an English Phrase Using the Word

question 202

Multiple Choice

Translate the given formula to an English phrase using the word "varies".
- $\mathrm { y }$ varies directly as $\mathrm { z }$ and $\mathrm { y } = 150$ when $\mathrm { z } = 10$ . Find $\mathrm { y }$ when $\mathrm { z }$ is 16 .

• A) 225
• B) 240
• C) 100
• D) 256

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Definitions:

Newborns

Infants in the first few weeks of life, highlighting a critical period for growth, feeding, and adaptation outside the womb.

Heat Loss

Heat loss refers to the transfer of body heat to the surrounding environment, which can occur through processes such as radiation, conduction, convection, and evaporation.

Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body expends energy or burns calories, influencing weight and energy levels, varying according to activity, genetics, and health status.

Restless

The state of being unable to stay still or calm, often due to anxiety, boredom, or other conditions.