Solve the Exponential Equation $10,000 = 3500 e ^ { 0.3 x }$

question 50

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Give the answer correct to 3 decimal places. $10,000 = 3500 e ^ { 0.3 x }$

• A)0.886
• B)2.953
• C)3.762
• D)0.315
• E)3.499

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