SOLUTION: Hi I dont understand how to do this problem. The chapter is on exponential and logarithmic functions. the problem on writing an exponential function from two points on the functi

Question 131694: Hi I dont understand how to do this problem. The chapter is on exponential and logarithmic functions. the problem on writing an exponential function from two points on the functions graph.
Heres the question
Write an exponential function of the form y=ab^x that includes the given points. (1,2) (2,8)
Thanks alot
Answer by rapaljer(4671) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You are given .

(1,2)
2=ab^1
ab=2

(2,8)
8=ab^3
ab*b^2=8 Substitute ab=2

2b^2=8
b^2=4
b=2 (assume base number to be a positive number!)

ab=2, where b=2
a=1

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