Question

Solve the Exponential Equation.

5 to the power of x equals 3125

Answer 1

x = 5

Explanation:

5 times 5 = 25

25 times 5 = 125

125 times 5 = 625

625 times 5 = 3125

There are five fives.

x = 5

Answer 2

x=5

Explanation:

5^x = 3125

Rewriting 3125 as a power of 5

5^x = 5^5

Since the bases are the same, the exponents are the same

x=5