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Exponential Growth Calculator

šŸ“ˆ Exponential Growth Calculator

Calculate exponential growth using the formula P = Pā‚€ * e^(rt). Enter the initial value, rate, and time.

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šŸ“Œ Understanding Exponential Growth

Exponential growth occurs when a quantity increases at a constant rate over time. The general formula is:

  • P = Pā‚€ * e^(rt)
  • Where:
  • P = Final amount
  • Pā‚€ = Initial amount
  • r = Growth rate (as a decimal)
  • t = Time

šŸ“Œ Example Calculations

Initial Value (Pā‚€)Growth Rate (r)Time (t)Final Value (P)
10005%3 years1161.83
50010%2 years610.70

šŸ”§ Practical Applications of Exponential Growth

1. Finance & Economics: Used in compound interest and investment growth.

2. Biology & Medicine: Helps in modeling population growth and bacterial growth.

3. Physics & Engineering: Essential in decay rates and reaction processes.

ā“ FAQs

Q1: How do I calculate exponential growth?
āœ… Use the formula P = Pā‚€ * e^(rt).

Q2: What does ‘e’ represent?
āœ… ‘e’ is the mathematical constant (approximately 2.718), used in exponential functions.

Q3: How is exponential growth different from linear growth?
āœ… Exponential growth increases at a rate proportional to its current value, while linear growth increases by a fixed amount.

Q4: Where is exponential growth commonly used?
āœ… It is widely used in **finance, biology, and physics**.

Q5: Why is exponential growth important?
āœ… It helps in **understanding rapid changes in populations, investments, and scientific processes**.

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