This diagram covers Growth vs Decay Curves within Growth & Decay for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Growth & Decay in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 3 of 8 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.
Topic position
Section 3 of 8
Practice
12 questions
Recall
22 flashcards
Growth vs Decay Curves
Key Features:
- Growth: Starts slowly, accelerates rapidly (J-shaped curve)
- Decay: Starts rapidly, slows down gradually (reverse J-shape)
- N₀: Both curves start at the same initial value
- Both curves are never linear - the rate of change constantly changes