The Formula for an Exponential Function Is $Y = 638 \times 0.57 ^ { t }$

question 43

Multiple Choice

The formula for an exponential function is $Y = 638 \times 0.57 ^ { t }$ . Then the decay factor is:

• A) 638
• B) \(Y\)
• D) 0.57

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