Decide If the Function Is an Exponential Function $$y = 8 ^ { x }$$

question 257

Multiple Choice

Decide if the function is an exponential function. If it is, state the initial value and the base.
- $$y = 8 ^ { x }$$

• A) Exponential Function; base \(= 8\); initial value \(= 0\)
• B) Exponential Function; base \(= 8\); initial value \(= 1\)
• C) Exponential Function; base \(= x\); initial value \(= 8\)
• D) Not an exponential function

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