Solve the Exponential Equation $$7 ^ { x } = 6 ^ { x + 7 }$$

question 111

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation, correct to two decimal places,
for the solution.
- $$7 ^ { x } = 6 ^ { x + 7 }$$

• A) \(81.36\)
• B) \(3.36\)
• C) \(42.00\)
• D) \(40.68\)

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