SOLUTION: Solve the equation for x ln(3x+1)=ln(2x-8)

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Question 618452: Solve the equation for x
ln(3x+1)=ln(2x-8)
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Solve the equation for x
ln(3x+1)=ln(2x-8)
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It the logs are equal, then
3x+1 = 2x-8
x = -9
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But, this give the log(-26) which does not exist.
--> no solution