SOLUTION: Write an equation for the exponential function that contains points (1,6) and (2,4). Write the equation in the form y=a(b)^x

Question 904643: Write an equation for the exponential function that contains points (1,6) and (2,4). Write the equation in the form y=a(b)^x
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Q:
Write an equation for the exponential function that contains points (1,6) and (2,4). Write the equation in the form y=a(b)^x
A:
We solve for "a" and "b":
Equation 1: ab = 6
Equation 2:
Divide the 2nd equation by the 1st equation, the result is

So,
a = 9.
Answer:
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