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Question 3
Solve In(x + 1) = 1.
A) X= 2
B) x = e + 1
C)x= e
D)x= e-1

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Answer:

D) x = e - 1

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

  • Equality Properties

Algebra II

  • Natural Logarithms ln and Euler's number e
  • Solving logarithmic equations

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify


\displaystyle ln(x + 1) = 1

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. [Equality Property] e both sides:
    \displaystyle e^(ln(x + 1)) = e^1
  2. Simplify:
    \displaystyle x + 1 = e^1
  3. [Equality Property] Isolate x:
    \displaystyle x = e - 1
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