To find : solution to the exponential equation algebraically.
Answer to Problem 37E
The solution to the equation
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Concept Involved:
The word “solve” means the process of finding the value of x that makes the equation true. In order to solve we need to undo whatever is done to x .
Formula Used
Calculation:
Take natural logarithm on both sides of the equation
Use the logarithmic property
Distribute ln2 in the right side of the equation
Subtracting xln2 on both sides of the equation in order to get x alone in one side of the equation
Simplify on both sides of the equation
Factor x in left side of the equation
Divide
Simplify fraction on both sides of the equation
Check this in the original equation.
Conclusion:
The solution to the equation
Chapter 3 Solutions
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