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Solve for x in the logarithmic function f(x)= 3-4 In (x-2)

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Answer: In order to solve for x, we will have to use the logarithmic properties to isolate x.

f(x) = 3 - 4 In (x-2)

To solve for x, we will have to get x alone on one side of the equation by using the logarithmic property that logb(a^c) = c*logb(a).

4 In (x-2) = 3

In (x-2) = 3/4

To find x, we will raise e to the power of both sides

x-2 = e^(3/4)

x = e^(3/4) + 2

So the solution of x is e^(3/4) + 2

It's important to notice that the natural logarithm (ln) and log base e (In) are same and the solution is valid for both.

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