Solving Inequalities with Exponents: Maximizing x

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Homework Help Overview

The problem involves solving the inequality 81^5 > 32^x, with the goal of finding the maximum value of x that satisfies this condition. The subject area pertains to inequalities and exponents.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the possibility of making the bases on both sides of the inequality the same and explore different methods to isolate x, including the use of logarithms. Some participants question the feasibility of equalizing the bases due to their different prime factorizations.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with various interpretations being explored regarding how to approach the inequality. Some participants have suggested using logarithms to isolate x, while others emphasize the need to consider the bases carefully. There is no explicit consensus on the best method yet.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the bases of the terms in the inequality are different, which complicates the process of finding a solution. There is also a suggestion that future posts should reflect more effort in the problem-solving approach.

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Homework Statement


81^5>32^x
Find the maximum value of x in order to satisfy the inequality.

Homework Equations


Inequalities, indices

The Attempt at a Solution


Try to make the bases on both sides of the inequality same.
 
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You can't make the bases equal because 81=3^4 and 32=2^5. You should solve 81^5=32^x for x. That'll be the maximum value! Just get the logarithm(in any base) of both sides. That'll get out x in a way that you can isolate it.
 
Shyan said:
You can't make the bases equal because 81=3^4 and 32=2^5.
Actually, you can make the bases equal.
815 = (34)5 = 320, and ##32 = 3^{log_3(32)}##
Shyan said:
You should solve 81^5=32^x for x. That'll be the maximum value! Just get the logarithm(in any base) of both sides. That'll get out x in a way that you can isolate it.
To the OP:
In future posts, you need to make more of an effort than this.
Try to make the bases on both sides of the inequality same.
 
You can reduce it somewhat:

##81^5 > 32^x = 2^{5x}##
∴ ...
 

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