Solve the Exponential Equation $$\mathrm { e } ^ { 5 \mathrm { x } - 8 } - 10 = 1178$$

question 196

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation, correct to two decimal places,
for the solution.
- $$\mathrm { e } ^ { 5 \mathrm { x } - 8 } - 10 = 1178$$

• A) \(3.02\)
• B) \(2.21\)
• C) \(1.42\)
• D) \(0.61\)

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