What is exponential growth?
Exponential Growth

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Exponential growth is a process where the quantity increases by a consistent percentage over a specific period of time, leading to rapid growth as time progresses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula for exponential growth?
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The formula for exponential growth is y = a(1 + r)^t, where 'a' is the initial amount, 'r' is the growth rate (as a decimal), and 't' is the time period.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If a population of 4,000 mosquitoes grows at a rate of 25% per month, how do you calculate the population after 4 months?
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Use the formula: y = 4000(1 + 0.25)^4. Calculate to find y.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the initial value represent in an exponential function?
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The initial value represents the starting amount before any growth occurs.
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How do you convert a percentage growth rate to a decimal for calculations?
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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100. For example, 25% becomes 0.25.
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What is the significance of the exponent in an exponential function?
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The exponent indicates the number of time periods the growth occurs, affecting the final amount significantly.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you write an exponential growth function for a value increasing by 9% each year starting at $1400?
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The function is y = 1400(1.09)^x.
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