Solve the Exponential Equation $$e ^ { 5 x } = 8$$

question 114

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation, correct to two decimal places, for the
solution.
- $$e ^ { 5 x } = 8$$

• A) \(\{ 0.42 \}\)
• B) \(\{ 10.40 \}\)
• C) \(\{ 0.20 \}\)
• D) \(\{ 4.35 \}\)

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