- Introduction to Exponential Functions
- Prerequisite Skills
- Exploring the Characteristics of Exponential Functions
- Relating the Characteristics of an Exponential Function to Its Equation
- Solving Exponential Equations
- Modelling Data Using Exponential Functions
- Financial Applications Involving Exponential Functions
- Student Exemplars
- Unit Shared Resources
- Summative Assessments
Exponential Functions Unit Plan
Financial Applications Involving Exponential Functions
Achievement Indicators:
5.1 Determine the solution of an exponential equation in which the bases are powers of one another; e.g., 2x−1 = 4x−2 .
5.2 Determine the solution of an exponential equation in which the bases are not powers of one another; e.g., 2x−1 = 3x+1 .
5.3 Solve problems that involve the application of exponential equations to loans, mortgages and investments.
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