Mathematics A-Level
constants of proportionality
What constants of proportionality means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
Definition of constants of proportionality
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Reference: WJEC
Proportionality statements use a positive constant k, and the sign must be correct for increase or decrease.
Topics that use constants of proportionality
- Differentiation (A2 Unit 4: Applied Mathematics B) (WJEC A-Level)
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