211k views
2 votes
If 5ex = 300, x = A) ln (300) = 5.703 . . . B) 5 ln (60) = 20.471 . . . C) ln (300)∕5 = 1.140 . . . D) ln (60) = 4.094 . . .

1 Answer

4 votes

Answer:

D) ln (60) = 4.094...

Explanation:

Let's solve for x

We'll be careful because it's exponential.

5ex = 300

ex= 300/5

ex= 60

x = e^-1(60)

Let's note that this expression e^-1 is equal to In

x= In (60)

x = 4.0943

So the value of x is equal to 4.0943

Thank you.

User LeslieM
by
4.7k points