Question

evaluate the function for the given value.
$y = 4 \cdot 3^{x}$ for $x = 0$
$y = ?$

Explanation:

Step1: Substitute x=0 into function

$y = 4 \cdot 3^{0}$

Step2: Apply zero exponent rule ($a^0=1$)

$y = 4 \cdot 1$

Step3: Calculate final product

$y = 4$

Answer:

4