Solve the Equation by Expressing Each Side as a Power $$2 ( 3 x + 5 ) = \frac { 1 } { 16 }$$

question 43

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation by expressing each side as a power of the same base and then equating exponents.
- $$2 ( 3 x + 5 ) = \frac { 1 } { 16 }$$

• A) \(\{ - 3 \}\)
• B) \(\left\{ \frac { 1 } { 8 } \right\}\)
• C) \(\{ 8 \}\)
• D) \(\{ 3 \}\)

---

Definitions:

Inferential Statistics

Statistical methods that allow researchers to make inferences or generalizations from a sample to the population from which it was drawn.

Physical Attractiveness

The extent to which an individual's physical characteristics are deemed attractive or lovely.

Personality Characteristics

Traits or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character, often influencing behavior and thought patterns.

Population

The defined group of individuals from which a sample is drawn.