Explanation
If y is directly proportional to x², it means that:
y ā x²
This can be written as an equation:
y = kx²
where k is the constant of proportionality.
Given Information:
We are given that y = m for a particular value of x. Let's call this value xā.
So, we have:
m = kxā²
Doubling the Value of x:
Now, we double the value of x. Let's call this new value xā. So, xā = 2xā.
We want to find the new value of y, let's call it yā, when x = xā.
Using the proportionality equation:
yā = kxā²
Substitute xā = 2xā:
yā = k(2xā)²
yā = 4kxā²
Substituting the value of kxā² from the first equation:
We know that kxā² = m. So, we can substitute this into the equation for yā:
yā = 4m