P varies directly as Q and inversely as R. When Q = 36 and R = 16, P = 27. Find the relation between P, Q and R.
A.
P = Q/12R
B.
P = 12Q/R
C.
P=12QR
D.
P = 12/QR
Correct Answer: P = 12Q/R
Explanation
P ∝ Q/R
P = K(Q/R)
When Q = 36, R = 16, P = 27
Then substitute into the equation
27 = K(36/16)
K = (27×16)/36
K=12
So the equation connecting P, Q and R is
P = 12Q/R
P ∝ Q/R
P = K(Q/R)
When Q = 36, R = 16, P = 27
Then substitute into the equation
27 = K(36/16)
K = (27×16)/36
K=12
So the equation connecting P, Q and R is
P = 12Q/R