Exponential Equations / Graphs

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What is an exponential equation?

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What does the variable 'a' represent in an exponential function?

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'a' represents the initial value or y-intercept of the function.

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How do you find the y-intercept of an exponential function?

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What is the general form of an exponential function?

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If a population of bees increases by 15% daily, what is the growth factor?

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The growth factor is 1.15, which represents a 15% increase.

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The y-intercept is (0, 18).

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The starting value is 300.

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What does the term 'rate of change' refer to in exponential functions?

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The rate of change in exponential functions refers to how quickly the function's value increases or decreases, often represented by the base 'b'.

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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 constant percentage.

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How can you express a 20% decrease in an exponential function?

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