How do you solve #5^ { x + 2} = 5^ { 9} #?
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Explanation:
When the base number on the LEFT-hand side equals to the base number on the RIGHT-hand side, we can simply equate their exponents/power.
By equating the exponents on the LHS and RHS, we get:
Double checking the solution,
Alternatively , we can use the logarithm to solve.
By adding
The special properties of logarithmic functions allow us to "bring" down the exponent as such:
When the base b, of the logarithmic functions is the same as the number,
Therefore,
Same as the previous answer!