Find the Constant of Proportionality Given $n = \frac { k } { m }$

question 32

Multiple Choice

Find the constant of proportionality given $n = \frac { k } { m }$ , and $n = 24$ when $m = 4.5$ .

• A) 5
• B) \(108\)
• C) \(29\)
• D) \(209\)
• E) \(206\)

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