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QuizMultiple Choice

Translations of Exponential Functions

Question 10 • Common Core Algebra I - MA3109 A-IC

Which is the graph of g(x) = (0.5)x + 3 – 4?

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A
On a coordinate plane, an exponential function decreases in quadrant 2 and has a horizontal asymptote at y = negative 4. It crosses the y-axis at (0, negative 4).
Option A
B
On a coordinate plane, an exponential function decreases in quadrant 2 and has a horizontal asymptote at y = 3. It crosses the y-axis at (0, 3).
Option B
C
On a coordinate plane, an exponential function decreases in quadrant 2 and has a horizontal asymptote at y = negative 4. It crosses the y-axis at (0, 4).
Option C
D
On a coordinate plane, an exponential function decreases in quadrant 2 and has a horizontal asymptote at y = 4. It crosses the y-axis at (0, 12).
Option D
Which is the graph of g(x) = (0.5)x + 3 – 4?