Determine Whether the Given Function Is Exponential or Not $\begin{array}{rl}\hline x & H(x) \\\hline-1 & 3 \\0 & 7 \\1 & 11 \\2 & 15 \\3 & 19\end{array}$

question 444

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the given function is exponential or not. If it is exponential, identify the value of the base a.
- $\begin{array}{rl}\hline x & H(x) \\\hline-1 & 3 \\0 & 7 \\1 & 11 \\2 & 15 \\3 & 19\end{array}$

• A) Exponential; \(a = 3\)
• B) Exponential; \(a = 4\)
• C) Exponential; \(a = 7\)
• D) Not exponential

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Definitions:

Simplify

The process of reducing an expression or equation to its simplest form, often by combining like terms or applying mathematical operations.

Domain

The set of all possible input values (x-values) for which a given function is defined.

Rational Function

A function characterized by the ratio of two polynomials.

Domain

The set of all possible input values (x-values) for which a function is defined.