A Nonlinear Function with at Least One Term Raised to the Power

question 40

Multiple Choice

A nonlinear function with at least one term raised to the power of two is known as a

• A)hyperbolic function.
• B)quadratic function.
• C)logarithmic function.
• D)cubic function.

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