Answer:
x =
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
= x + 7 ( multiply both sides by 2 to clear the fraction )
4x - 1 = 2(x + 7) ← distribute
4x - 1 = 2x + 14 ( subtract 2x from both sides )
2x - 1 = 14 ( add 1 to both sides )
2x = 15 ( divide both sides by 2 )
x =
is not the same as
The base of the log is p, while the base of the exponential is b. The two don't match. If it said then it would be a valid statement since the bases are both p.
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Extra info:
Choice B is a valid statement because Ln is a natural log with base 'e'
Choice C is valid as any square root is really something to the 1/2 power
Choice D is valid for similar reasons mentioned earlier