Linear vs Exponential Functions

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a linear function?
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A linear function is a function that creates a straight line when graphed. It has the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
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CCSS.8.F.B.4
CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an exponential function?
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An exponential function is a function in which an independent variable is in the exponent. It has the form y = ab^x, where a is a constant, b is the base, and x is the exponent.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the graph of a linear function look?
Back
The graph of a linear function is a straight line that can slope upwards or downwards.
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CCSS.8.F.B.4
CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the graph of an exponential function look?
Back
The graph of an exponential function is a curve that increases or decreases rapidly, showing exponential growth or decay.
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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7E
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between linear and exponential growth?
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Linear growth increases by a constant amount, while exponential growth increases by a percentage of the current value, leading to faster growth over time.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula for calculating the value of an exponential function?
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The formula is y = ab^x, where a is the initial value, b is the growth factor, and x is the time or number of periods.
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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.8B
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean for a function to decrease by a percentage each year?
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It means that the value of the function is multiplied by a factor less than 1 each year, indicating exponential decay.
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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.8B
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