Q. Solve the exponential equation for x.33x−2=94x−1x=□
Recognize Power of 3: Recognize that 9 is a power of 3, specifically 9=32.Rewrite the equation using this relationship to have the same base on both sides.33x−2=(32)4x−1
Rewrite Equation with Same Base: Apply the power of a power rule to the right side of the equation.(32)(4x−1)=3(2⋅(4x−1))
Apply Power of a Power Rule: Set the exponents equal to each other since the bases are now the same.3x−2=2×(4x−1)
Set Exponents Equal: Distribute the 2 on the right side of the equation.3x−2=8x−2
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