Graphing Exponential Growth

This lesson explains how to graph a basic exponential function using paper folding as a model. It covers the concept of exponential growth, where the number of paper layers doubles with each fold, and demonstrates how to graph these functions, highlighting the horizontal asymptote and the behavior of the graph as X approaches negative infinity. The lesson also addresses common misconceptions about vertical asymptotes and emphasizes the domain of exponential functions.

Describe the behavior of the graph of an exponential function for values of X greater than or equal to 0.

How many layers of paper are there after 15 folds, and how does this relate to the concept of exponential growth?

What is a common misunderstanding when graphing exponential growth functions?