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. ยท 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 5318 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License