SOLUTION: I have tried to set this one up but have been unsuccessful. Can anyone help me out? Find each value of x. log4 x = 1/2 the 4 next to the log in like an exponent but sh

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Find each value of x.
log4 x = 1/2
the 4 next to the log in like an exponent but shows below it. Thanks!
This question is from textbook college algebra

Answer by Earlsdon(6294)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve:
The 4 here is the base of the logarithm.
You can rewrite this equation in exponental form according to the following:
means Applying this to your equation:
means:
or

x = +/- 2

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