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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011

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6. Exponential Functions

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Exercise 13 Page 457

Is the independent variable x an exponent?

Type of Function: Linear.
Explanation: See solution.

Practice makes perfect

We want to determine whether the given rule represents a linear or an exponential function. Notice that the independent variable x is not an exponent, but the given function is written in a slope-intercept form. Therefore, the rule represents a linear function.

General Form:& y= ax + b Given Function:& y= 7x + 3

Subchapter links

Lesson Check p.456

Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises p.457-459

Standardized Test Prep p.459

Mixed Review p.459