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Algebra 2, Unit 4: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Algebra 2, Unit 4: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions. Key terms, formulas, and worked-example cues a high school student meets for this unit, building on prior units. Front: the term, formula name, or short problem cue. Back: the definition, formula, or solution method.

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What is an exponential function?
A function of the form f(x) = a times b^x, where b is a positive constant
What does the base 'b' in an exponential function represent?
The growth or decay factor
What does it mean if the base of an exponential function is greater than 1?
The function represents exponential growth
What does it mean if the base of an exponential function is between 0 and 1?
The function represents exponential decay
What is the general form of an exponential growth model?
y = a(1 + r)^t
What is the general form of an exponential decay model?
y = a(1 - r)^t
What is the natural base e approximately equal to?
2.718
What is a logarithm?
The exponent to which a base must be raised to produce a given number
What is the logarithmic form of b^x = y?
log_b(y) = x
What is a common logarithm?
A logarithm with base 10
What is a natural logarithm?
A logarithm with base e, written ln(x)
What is the inverse function of an exponential function?
A logarithmic function with the same base
What is the product rule of logarithms?
log_b(MN) = log_b(M) + log_b(N)
What is the quotient rule of logarithms?
log_b(M/N) = log_b(M) - log_b(N)
What is the power rule of logarithms?
log_b(M^p) = p times log_b(M)

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