Solving an exponential equation

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The discussion focuses on solving the exponential equation Y^m = X/Z, where Y, X, and Z are known variables and m is the unknown. The solution involves rewriting the equation using logarithms, resulting in the formula m = ln(X/Z) / ln(Y). This method allows for the calculation of m by applying natural logarithms to both sides of the equation. The approach is confirmed by multiple participants in the forum, establishing its validity.

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Hi.
can you find value (m) from equation

Y^m = X/Z
Y,x,z= known
m=? unknown
i want value (m) as equation
m= ......

thank a lot
 
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Well I believe you can rewrite it as mlnY = ln(x/z) then divide so you get m = ln(x/z)/lnY
 
Eabbas said:
Hi.
can you find value (m) from equation

Y^m = X/Z
Y,x,z= known
m=? unknown
i want value (m) as equation
m= ......

thank a lot

Good post by leafjerky. @Eabbas -- where does this equation come from?
 

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