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7-1 Exp Functions
7-1 Exp Functions
Functions
Kiran Satyavarapu
Algebra II
Coolidge High School
Objectives
Definition
An exponential function is a
function in the form y = abx
Vocabulary pg 434
Grab a text book and find the
definitions for the following
vocabulary words
Exponential Function
Exponential Growth
Exponential Decay
Asymptote
In the function y =
abx
If a > 0 :
Exponential growth
If a > 0 and 0 < b <
1: Exponential
decay
Graph y = 2
x
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
1
2
2x
Graph y = 2(2)
x
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
1
2
2x
Graph y = -1/3 . 3
x
-2
-1
y = 3x
y = -1/3 .
3x
Your Turn
Book Work