SOLUTION: I can't figure this out. First of all, the 4's in this problem are down at the bottom (like the opposite of an exponent) I can't remember what they are called. It says, log4(x

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Question 711421: I can't figure this out.
First of all, the 4's in this problem are down at the bottom (like the opposite of an exponent) I can't remember what they are called.
It says, log4(x+7)= log4 14
tiny fours at the bottom of each log.
Thanks!
Melissa

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
4 is the bases.

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x + 7 = 14
x = 7

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