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Exponential Models

The exponential function is set apart from other families of functions because of the fundamental impact of having the variable in the exponent. It stops being a multiplier and starts being more 'powerful' (forgive the bad joke). These functions can be counterintuitive as the speed with which their value increases can become extraordinary. One professor famously said that 'The biggest single failing of the human race...


Tags: exponents, exponential, model, functions, growth, decay, asymptotes

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