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Exponential functions

An exponential function changes by multiplying by the same number each time, like money earning compound interest or a population growing 5% every year. The Digital SAT Math section asks about this in real situations.

This lesson starts with exponential growth and decay and what each number in y = a(b)^x means. Then you practice using the model in word problems. A quiz after each part and practice questions use growth and decay stories. Examples use simple numbers like money in a savings account or a growing school club.

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SAT Math skill: Nonlinear functions
This lesson is part of the SAT Math Pass. Try Lessons 0 to 2 and Mock 1 free first.