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5^n=0.2 need to find value of n

5^n=0.2 need to find value of n-example-1
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Answer:

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Explanation:

5^n = 0.2

First write the number in exponential form with the base of 5 :

5^n = 5^-1

Because the bases are the same, we can set the exponents as equal :

x = -1

Hope this helps! Best of luck <3

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