Problem 38 of 7
Identify the y-intercept of the exponential function y = 3(5)^x + 2 and interpret it if context is given.
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evaluate f(0) and interpret.
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Function must be exponential, possibly vertically shifted.
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1. Set x=0.
2. Use b^0=1.
3. Evaluate the whole expression.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Using base as y-intercept.