Decide If the Function Is an Exponential Function $$\mathrm { y } = 3.8 ^ { \mathrm { x } }$$

question 79

Multiple Choice

Decide if the function is an exponential function. If it is, state the initial value and the base.
- $$\mathrm { y } = 3.8 ^ { \mathrm { x } }$$

• A) Not an exponential function
• B) Exponential Function; base \(= 3.8\); initial value \(= 0\)
• C) Exponential Function; base \(= 3.8\); initial value \(= 1\)
• D) Exponential Function; base \(= x\); initial value \(= 3.8\)

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