Differentiating Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential Functions

What type of graph does a linear function typically produce?

• Parabola

• Straight line

• Exponential curve

• Circular shape

What does a vertical line in a graph typically indicate?

• Exponential function

• Linear function

• Quadratic function

• Function is undefined

Which feature is characteristic of an exponential function's graph?

• Constant slope

• U-shaped curve

• Rapid increase after a slow start

• Decrease in values

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Which type of function involves the variable in the exponent?

• Quadratic

• Cubic

• Exponential

• Linear

What is the highest exponent found in a standard quadratic equation?

• 4

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the shape of the graph for a quadratic function?

• Parabola

• Circle

• Hyperbola

• Straight line

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7A

Which scenario is most likely to be modeled by a quadratic function?

• Population growth

• Object being thrown

• Car speed over time

• Bank interest

What indicates a linear relationship in a real-world scenario?

• Exponential growth

• Multiplication of a variable

• Constant rate of change

• Variable under a square root

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In a table of values, what pattern indicates an exponential function?

• Constant addition

• Constant multiplication

• Decreasing differences

• No clear pattern

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1A

How can you identify a quadratic function from a table of values?

• Constant first differences

• Constant second differences

• Variable exponent

• Constant multiplication