What are exponential functions

The video tutorial introduces exponential functions, comparing them to polynomials. It explains the standard form of an exponential function, y = a^x, and outlines the conditions for 'a', which must be greater than 0 and not equal to 1. The tutorial provides examples of exponential functions and discusses their properties, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for solving exponential growth problems.

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