Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Logarithmic and exponential functions

Logarithmic and exponential functions — practice question

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Solve the equation $2^{3x-1} = 5(3^{-x})$. Give your answer in the form $\frac{\ln a}{\ln b}$, with $a$ and $b$ integers.

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This 4-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply the product law or power law of logarithms

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