Evaluating and Graphing Exponential Functions

The video tutorial introduces exponential functions, explaining their basic concept and how they differ from other functions. It covers plotting points to understand their rapid growth and discusses real-world applications like population growth. The tutorial also explains graphing techniques, transformations, and the behavior of exponential functions with different bases and exponents. Finally, it explores transformations and reflections, providing a comprehensive understanding of exponential functions.

What is an exponential function and how is it defined?

Explain how the value of y changes when x is 0, 1, and 2 in the function 2 to the x power.

Describe the effect of changing the base of an exponential function.

What are the characteristics of the graph of an exponential function?

How do negative exponents affect the values of exponential functions?

What happens to the function 1/2 to the x as the exponent increases?

How can transformations be applied to exponential functions?