SOLUTION: Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution in terms of natural logarithms. Then use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation for the solution. e^x = 22.8

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Question 731889: Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution in terms of natural logarithms. Then use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation for the solution.
e^x = 22.8
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, stanbon:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution in terms of natural logarithms. Then use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation for the solution.
e^x = 22.8
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x = ln(22.8)
You can use the calculator.

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution in terms of natural logarithms. Then use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation for the solution.
e^x = 22.8
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base = e
exponent = log = x
result = 22.8
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ln(22.8) = x
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x = 3.1268
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Cheers,
Stan H.