Math Problem Statement

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Find the equation of the exponential function given the graph below: y = a * b^x

Solution

We are given the exponential function equation:
y=abxy = a \cdot b^x and a point on the graph, (3,4)(3,4). To find aa and bb, follow these steps:

Step 1: Find aa

Observing the graph, it appears the function passes through (0,1)(0,1), meaning when x=0x = 0, y=1y = 1. Using the equation:

1=ab01 = a \cdot b^0

Since b0=1b^0 = 1, we get:

a=1a = 1

Step 2: Solve for bb

Substituting (3,4)(3,4) into the equation:

4=1b34 = 1 \cdot b^3

b3=4b^3 = 4

b=43b = \sqrt[3]{4}

Step 3: Write the Final Equation

y=1(43)xy = 1 \cdot (\sqrt[3]{4})^x

or simply:

y=(43)xy = (\sqrt[3]{4})^x

Would you like more details or alternative explanations?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you determine if a function is exponential from a graph?
  2. What happens to an exponential function if aa is changed?
  3. How does the base bb affect the growth or decay of the function?
  4. Can an exponential function have a negative base? Why or why not?
  5. How do you find an exponential function given two points?

Tip: The base bb determines the rate of growth. If b>1b > 1, the function grows; if 0<b<10 < b < 1, the function decays.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponential Functions
Graphing Exponential Equations
Algebra

Formulas

y = a * b^x

Theorems

Properties of Exponential Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11