Discovering Exponential Functions: 2 Equations for y=3 with y-intercept of 5

In summary, an exponential function is a mathematical function in the form of f(x) = ab^x, where a and b are constants and x is the independent variable. To graph an exponential function, you can create a table of values or use a graphing calculator. The y-intercept in an exponential function represents the starting point or initial value of the function. To find the equation of an exponential function with a given y-intercept and point, you can use the formula y = ab^x. An exponential function can have a y-intercept of 0, meaning the starting value is 0 and the function passes through the origin.
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I need to write 2 equations that represent the same exponential function with a y-intercept of 5 and an asymptote at y=3. I got y=2^(x+1) + 3 but I don't know how to find the second equation. Can someone please explain this to me. Thanks.
 
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Since the y- intercept is at (0, 5) and the asymptote, y= 3, is symmetric about the x-axis, try "reflecting" that graph in the y-axis. That is, replace your "x" with "-x".
 
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Thank you!
 

1. What is an exponential function?

An exponential function is a mathematical function in the form of f(x) = ab^x, where a and b are constants and x is the independent variable. The independent variable, x, is the exponent and the base, b, is a constant number.

2. How do you graph an exponential function?

To graph an exponential function, you can create a table of values by choosing different values for x and plugging them into the function to find the corresponding y values. Then, plot the points on a graph and connect them with a smooth curve. Alternatively, you can use a graphing calculator to plot the function.

3. What is the significance of the y-intercept in an exponential function?

The y-intercept in an exponential function is the value of y when x is equal to 0. In other words, it is the starting point of the function. The y-intercept can also be interpreted as the initial value or the value at the beginning of the function.

4. How do you find the equation of an exponential function with a given y-intercept and a point?

To find the equation of an exponential function with a given y-intercept and a point, you can use the formula y = ab^x, where a is the y-intercept and b is the base. Plug in the values for a, b, and the given point into the formula and solve for the exponent, x. This will give you the equation of the exponential function.

5. Can an exponential function have a y-intercept of 0?

Yes, an exponential function can have a y-intercept of 0. This means that the starting value of the function is 0, and the function will pass through the origin (0,0). In this case, the equation of the function would be y = ab^x, where a = 0 and b is any non-zero number.

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