SOLUTION: Solve for x in terms of k. log_(5) x - log_(5) (x+10) = log_(5) k. x = Find x if k = 1/2

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Question 977515: Solve for x in terms of k.

log_(5) x - log_(5) (x+10) = log_(5) k.
x =
Find x if k = 1/2
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


The difference of the logs is the log of the quotient, so:



Now, if you consider the fact that:

if and only if

You should be able to finish this yourself.

John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it