Exponential Growth Theory

Exponential Growth Theory explains how a quantity increases at a consistent rate relative to its current size, leading to rapid escalation over time. For example, if a population or investment grows by a fixed percentage each period, the total increases more quickly as it gets larger. This pattern results in a J-shaped curve, showing slow initial growth that accelerates exponentially. Recognizing this helps in understanding areas like population dynamics, investments, and the spread of diseases, where initial growth may seem slow but becomes very rapid, emphasizing the importance of early intervention or planning.