Solve the Equation $$\log ( 2 + x ) - \log ( x - 3 ) = \log 2$$

question 167

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation. Use a calculator where appropriate. If the answer is irrational, round to the nearest hundredth.
- $$\log ( 2 + x ) - \log ( x - 3 ) = \log 2$$

• A) \(\frac { 3 } { 2 }\)
• B)8
• C)-8
• D)no solution

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Standard Deviation

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Variance

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Standard Deviation

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