Writing Exponential Functions from Tables & Graphs

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What is an exponential function?

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What does the base of an exponential function represent?

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How do you identify an exponential function from a table of values?

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Look for a constant ratio between consecutive outputs (y-values) when the inputs (x-values) are increased by equal intervals.

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What is the general form of an exponential function?

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How can you determine the equation of an exponential function from a graph?

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What is the y-intercept of an exponential function?

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What does it mean if an exponential function has a base less than 1?

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How do you write an exponential function given a specific point?

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How can you tell if a function is exponential from a set of points?

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If the ratio of the outputs (y-values) for equal intervals of inputs (x-values) is constant, the function is exponential.