SOLUTION: Solve the equation for x. Round your answer to two decimal places, and do not include "x=" in your answer. 3*e^x=42

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Question 604905: Solve the equation for x. Round your answer to two decimal places, and do not include "x=" in your answer.
3*e^x=42
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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3%2Ae%5Ex=42

e%5Ex=42%2F3

e%5Ex=14

x=ln%2814%29

So the exact answer is x=ln%2814%29 which approximates to x=2.64

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