Multiply by 12: First, multiply both sides by 12 to get rid of the fraction.2x⋅12=12ax⋅1224x=ax
Take Natural Logarithm: Next, we need to solve for x. This is a transcendental equation, which means we might need to use logarithms or numerical methods. Let's take the natural logarithm of both sides.ln(24x)=ln(ax)
Simplify Right Side: Using the properties of logarithms, we can simplify the right side.ln(24x)=xln(a)
Isolate x: Now, isolate x. Divide both sides by ln(a).ln(a)ln(24x)=x
Use Numerical Methods: This equation is still tricky because x is inside the logarithm on the left side. We might need to use numerical methods or graphing to find the exact value of x. For now, let's leave it in this form.
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