Mathematics
WAEC 1997
P varies inversely as the square of W. When W = 4, P = 9. Find the value of P when W = 9
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A.
729/16
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B.
6
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C.
4
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D.
16/9
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E.
4/3
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
P α 1/w2; P = K/W2
9 = K/42; 9 = K/16
K = 9 x 16 = 144
P = K/W2; when w = 9
P = 144/92 = 144/81 = 16/9
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