Matching Pairs Relationships of VariablesOnline version Using the equation, predict what will happen to the dependent variable when the independent variable is changed. by Devon Heath 1 y = 1/x, x is doubled. 2 y = x^2, x is doubled. 3 y = x, x is doubled. 4 y^2 = x, x is tripled. 5 y^2 = x, x is doubled. 6 y = 1 / x, x is halved. y doubles y doubles y is quadrupled y is reduced by 1.3 y is halved y is halved