Question

Solve for x:
I need a answer with an explanation. Algebra 1

Answer 1

Answer: x = -1

Explanation:

You need to convert to the same base

`(1)/(16) = (1)/(2^(4) ) = 2^(-4)`

So

`2^(-4) = 2^(-2x-6)`

For these values to be equal, the exponents have to be equal

-4 = -2x - 6

2 = -2x

x = -1