SOLUTION: I need to know how to do this problem: e^(2x) + 2e^x - 48 = 0 Could someone show me the steps on how to complete this problem? Thanks.

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Question 878787: I need to know how to do this problem:
e^(2x) + 2e^x - 48 = 0
Could someone show me the steps on how to complete this problem?
Thanks.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
e^(2x) + 2e^x - 48 = 0
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%28e%5Ex+-+6%29%2A%28e%5Ex+%2B+8%29+=+0
e%5Ex+=+-8 won't work.
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