Question

Solving Exponential Equations (lacking a common base) 2^y=18

Answer 1

Answer:

y = 4.17

Step-by-step explanation:

ln both sides

ln(2^y) = ln18

yln2 = ln(3²×2)

yln2 = ln2 + 2ln3

y = 1 + 2ln3/ln2

y = 4.17