Applications of Exponential Functions
Students will solve real-world problems involving exponential growth and decay. Applications will include population growth, radioactive decay, and depreciation.
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Students will solve real-world problems involving exponential growth and decay. Applications will include population growth, radioactive decay, and depreciation.
Key Questions
- How can we model real-world growth and decay using exponential functions?
- What is the half-life of a radioactive substance?
- How do we solve for an unknown exponent using a common base?
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