Solve the Exponential Equation $$\mathrm { e } ^ { \mathrm { x } } = 5.6$$

question 133

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution set in terms of natural logarithms.
- $$\mathrm { e } ^ { \mathrm { x } } = 5.6$$

• A) \(1.72\)
• B) \(0.75\)
• C) \(271.39\)
• D) \(15.23\)

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