Decide If the Function Is an Exponential Function $$y = 9 ^ { 3 }$$

question 57

Multiple Choice

Decide if the function is an exponential function. If it is, state the initial value and the base.
- $$y = 9 ^ { 3 }$$

• A) Exponential Function; base \(= 9\); initial value \(= 0\)
• B) Exponential Function; base \(= 3\); initial value \(= 0\)
• C) Not an exponential function
• D) Exponential Function; base \(= 9\); initial value \(= 1\)

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