The graph of the function y(x) = 1/x is a hyperbola.
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If the variables x and y are in direct proportion then the graph of y against x is a straight line through the origin. If the variables x and y are in inverse proportion then the graph of y against x is a rectangular hyperbola. Alternatively, the graph of y against 1/x (or 1/y against x) is a straight line through the origin.
Inverse is the opposite of proportion
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Yes.