Troubleshooting a Logarithmic Equation: Seeking Guidance

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The discussion centers on solving the logarithmic equation xlgx = x4/1000. The user transforms the equation into a quadratic form by letting t = lg(x), resulting in the equation 3 = lgx * (4 - lgx). The key conclusion is that this transformation allows for the application of quadratic equation-solving techniques to find the value of lg(x), which is essential for determining x.

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I've run into a dead end trying to solve this equation and I was hoping that someone here might be able to point me in the right direction!

Homework Statement


xlgx = x4/1000

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


xlgx = x4/1000
lg(xlgx) = lg(x4/1000)
(lgx)2 = lg(x4) - lg(1000)
(lgx)2 = 4lgx - 3

Now after this point I'm not sure what to do. I tried:
3 = 4lgx - (lgx)2
3 = lgx * (4 - lgx)

But that doesn't seem to lead me anywhere. Any help would be much appreciated!
 
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you have a quadratic equation in \log(x)

let t=\log(x) and solve quadratic equation in t
 
Of course, obviously!

Thanks a lot for your help, much appreciated.
 

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