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however, she is not quite sure where to start. Using complete sentences, describe to Erika how to solve this equation

however, she is not quite sure where to start. Using complete sentences, describe-example-1
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Step-by-step explanation:

For the given equation


50^x=17

For Erika to resolve the question

Step 1: We will take the logarithm of both sides


\log (50^x)=\log (17)

Step 2: Simplify the expression

Thus


x\log 50=\log 17

Step 3: Solve for x


x=(\log 17)/(\log 50)


x=0.724

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