Math Problem Statement
Use the graph of the function f(x) = (0.3)x to complete the sentence.
The graph of the function f(x) = (0.3)x has a
y-intercept at ( , ) and a horizontal asymptote at y = .
Solution
The function is an exponential function with a base less than 1, which means it decays as increases.
To complete the sentence:
The graph of the function has a:
- y-intercept at because .
- horizontal asymptote at , as the function approaches zero but never actually reaches it when .
Would you like more details on how exponential functions work?
Here are 5 questions to expand on this:
- How do you find the y-intercept of any exponential function?
- What is the significance of the base in exponential functions?
- How does the graph of change when ?
- Can you explain why the horizontal asymptote is always at for these types of functions?
- What happens to the graph of as becomes negative?
Tip: In exponential functions, if the base is between 0 and 1, the function represents exponential decay.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Exponential Functions
Graph Analysis
Asymptotes
Formulas
f(x) = a^x
y-intercept: f(0) = a^0
Horizontal asymptote: y = 0
Theorems
Exponential Decay Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10
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