Solve the Logarithmic Equation $$\log ( 8 x + 5 ) - \log ( 7 x + 8 ) = 0$$

question 48

Multiple Choice

Solve the logarithmic equation. Check the solution. $$\log ( 8 x + 5 ) - \log ( 7 x + 8 ) = 0$$

• A)x = 1
• B)x = 0
• C)x = 3
• D)x = 4

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