allerySpeed and time are __________ proportional for a fixed distance.
ADirectly
BEqually
CInversely
DNot
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Inversely
For fixed distance, time = distance / speed.
If speed doubles, time halves. Inverse variation.
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