SOLUTION: 4 to the k-2=8 to the 12-k. solve for k

Question 388347: 4 to the k-2=8 to the 12-k. solve for k
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given equation.

Rewrite 4 as

Rewrite 8 as

Multiply the exponents.

Since the bases are equal, the exponents are equal.

Distribute.

Add to both sides.

Add to both sides.

Combine like terms on the left side.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

Reduce.

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Answer:

So the solution is

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