How do you figure out if y=1/2x is a direct variation? Algebra Graphs of Linear Equations and Functions Direct Variation 1 Answer Nghi N. · Stefan V. Apr 15, 2015 It is direct variation because when #x# increases, #y# also increases. #x = 2 -> y = 1# #x = 4 -> y = 2# And so on. Answer link Related questions What is Direct Variation? What does direct variation look like on a graph? What are examples of direct variation? How do you determine if a function is a direct variation when given a table? How do you write direct variation equations? What is the constant of proportionality "k"? Why is #y=2x-1# not a direct variation? How do you graph the direct variation equation #y=-\frac{1}{6}x#? What is the direct variation equation if y varies directly with x, and #y=7.5# when #x=2.5#? What is the direct variation equation if y varies directly with x, and #y=2# when #x=4#? See all questions in Direct Variation Impact of this question 4722 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License