SOLUTION: Please find the solution of the exponential equation 15^x = 4 in terms of logarithms or correct to 4 decimal places. x = ?

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Question 427633: Please find the solution of the exponential equation 15^x = 4 in terms of logarithms or correct to 4 decimal places. x = ?
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Hi

15^x = 4

log15^x = log4

xlog15 = log4

 x = log4/log15 = .5119 (to 4 decimal points)



CHECKING our Answer***

 15^.5119 = 3.9998