Solve 2^(5x)=3^x(5^(x+3)) Logarithm Exercise

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Homework Statement



[tex]2^{5x}=3^x(5^{x+3})[/tex]

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The Attempt at a Solution



[tex]ln2^{5x}=ln3^x(ln5^{x+3})[/tex]

[tex]5xln2=xln3(x+3)ln5[/tex]

Here's where I get stuck... I've tried a bunch of different manipulation, but can't seem to isolate x...

Thanks in advance!
 
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Hint: Remember that log (ab) = log (a) + log (b) Check the RHS of your equation
 
Thanks for the direction! I think I've got it...

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It's late and I still suck at LaTeX, is it okay to do this, or is it against etiquette?

Thanks again for your help!
 
Welcome to PF, Orange! :smile:

0range said:
Thanks for the direction! I think I've got it...

It's late and I still suck at LaTeX, is it okay to do this, or is it against etiquette?

Thanks again for your help!

It is okay to do that, and you did get it.

Cheers!
 
Thanks!
 

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