Solve the Exponential Equation $$e ^ { - x } = 3 ^ { 2 x }$$

question 21

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Round to three decimal places when necessary.
- $$e ^ { - x } = 3 ^ { 2 x }$$

• A) \(0.549\)
• B) No solution
• C) 3
• D) 0

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