Solve the Logarithmic Equation Below Algebraically $5 \log _ { 4 } ( x + 1 ) = 12$

question 47

Multiple Choice

Solve the logarithmic equation below algebraically. Round your result to three decimal places.
$5 \log _ { 4 } ( x + 1 ) = 12$

• A) \(21.326\)
• B) \(22.244\)
• C) \(23.558\)
• D) \(23.291\)
• E) \(26.858\)

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