Erika is working on solving the exponential equation 50x = 17; however, she is not quite sure where to start. Using complete sentences, describe to Erika how to solve this equation.

Hint: Use the change of base formula: log base b of y equals log y over log b

Question

Erika is working on solving the exponential equation 50x = 17; however, she is not quite sure where to start. Using complete sentences, describe to Erika how to solve this equation.

Hint: Use the change of base formula: log base b of y equals log y over log b

na · Answer

The answer is 850 for 50 x 17= 850 okay

Vocaloid · Answer

50^x = 17

Take the log base 50 of both sides, which will eliminate the base 50 on the left side and give you x. From there, use the change of base formula to simplify log_50(70).