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If `x\ a n d\ y` vary inversely as each other, and `x=10` when `y=6.` Find `y` when `x=15`

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To solve the problem step by step, we will use the concept of inverse variation. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the relationship**: Since \( x \) and \( y \) vary inversely, we can express this relationship as: \[ x \cdot y = k \] ...
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