How Do You Derive the Value of an Exponent in an Equation?

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The discussion focuses on deriving the value of the exponent n in the equation x = Atn, where A is a constant. The primary method highlighted is taking the logarithm of both sides of the equation to isolate n. This approach allows for the transformation of the equation into a linear form, facilitating the extraction of the exponent value. The use of logarithmic properties is essential for this derivation process.

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How do you derive the value of an exponent?

I have to derive the value of the exponent n in the following equation:

x = At^n , where A = constant
 
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Usually by taking the logarithm of both sides.
 

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