Exponential and Logarithmic FunctionsUsing a graphing calculator to solve an exponential or logarithmic...Use the ALEKS graphing calculator to solve the equation.e2−3x=5−3xRound to the nearest hundredth.If there is more than one solution, separate them with commas.x=□
Q. Exponential and Logarithmic FunctionsUsing a graphing calculator to solve an exponential or logarithmic...Use the ALEKS graphing calculator to solve the equation.e2−3x=5−3xRound to the nearest hundredth.If there is more than one solution, separate them with commas.x=□
Set up equation: Set up the equation e2−3x=5−3x. We need to find the value of x that satisfies this equation.
Transcendental equation: Since this is a transcendental equation (it involves both an exponential and a linear term), we cannot solve it algebraically using elementary methods. We will use a graphing calculator to find the solution.
Input functions into calculator: Input the left side of the equation, e(2−3x), into the graphing calculator as one function (Y1).
Plot functions on graph: Input the right side of the equation, 5−3x, into the graphing calculator as another function (Y2).
Find intersection point: Use the graphing calculator's graphing feature to plot both functions Y1 and Y2 on the same set of axes.
Read x-value from calculator: Use the graphing calculator's intersection feature to find the point(s) where the two graphs intersect. This point(s) will give us the x-coordinate(s) which is the solution to the equation.
Read x-value from calculator: Use the graphing calculator's intersection feature to find the point(s) where the two graphs intersect. This point(s) will give us the x-coordinate(s) which is the solution to the equation.Read off the value of x from the graphing calculator, rounding to the nearest hundredth as required. If there is more than one solution, note all the x-values.
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