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Question
If two quantities p and q vary inversely with each other, then ______
Options
`p/q` remains constant.
p + q remains constant.
p × q remains constant.
p – q remains constant.
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Solution
If two quantities p and q vary inversely with each other, then p × q remains constant.
Explanation:
Since, in inverse proportion, an increase in p cause a proportional decrease in q and vice-versa.
Hence, p × q remains constant.
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