The Graph of an Exponential Function Is Given $f ( x ) = - 5 ^ { - x }$

question 204

Multiple Choice

The graph of an exponential function is given. Select the function for the graph from the functions listed.
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• A) \(f ( x ) = - 5 ^ { - x }\)
• B) \(f ( x ) = 5 ^ { x }\)
• C) \(f ( x ) = - 5 ^ { x }\)
• D) \(f ( x ) = 5 ^ { - x }\) .

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Definitions:

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