Q. Solve the exponential equation for x.73−5x=(491)2x+9x=□
Recognize Common Base: Recognize that 73−5x and (491)2x+9 can be written with a common base.Since 49 is 72, we can rewrite the equation as:73−5x=(7−2)2x+9
Apply Power of a Power Rule: Apply the power of a power rule to the right side of the equation.The power of a power rule states that (am)n=amn. Therefore:73−5x=7−4x−18
Set Exponents Equal: Since the bases are the same, we can set the exponents equal to each other.3−5x=−4x−18
Solve for x: Solve for x by isolating the variable.Add 5x to both sides:3=x−18Add 18 to both sides:21=x
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