SOLUTION: solve this exponential equation to the nearest tenth. 2^x+2=8

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Question 345051: solve this exponential equation to the nearest tenth. 2^x+2=8
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
If I am understanding your question:
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2%5E%28x%2B2%29=8
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in order to solve for x, it is necessary to express "8" in terms of 2%5En.
2%5E%28x%2B2%29=2%5E3
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x%2B2=3
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x=highlight%281%29