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The following figure has four curves namely A, B, C and D. Study the figure and answer the item that follows. Which curve indicates the exponential growth?

  1. A.A
  2. B.B
  3. C.C
  4. D.D
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. B

Exponential growth is characterized by a rate of growth that is proportional to the current size. This means the larger the quantity, the faster it grows. Visually, this is represented by a curve that starts to rise slowly and then becomes increasingly steep over time, exhibiting a J-shaped pattern when plotted against time.

Source: UPSC csat 2011

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