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Quick Maths Question

3^x = 9^(x+1)

Solve for x.

I found the answer to be -2 by trial and error.
But what is the actual mathematical method?
Reply 1
Original post by Rickstahhh
3^x = 9^(x+1)

Solve for x.

I found the answer to be -2 by trial and error.
But what is the actual mathematical method?


If I told you that 9 is 3 squared, would that help?

(Hint: Yes. Yes it would.)
Reply 2
Original post by SH0405
If I told you that 9 is 3 squared, would that help?

(Hint: Yes. Yes it would.)


Thank you!

It all makes sense now:smile:
Reply 3
Original post by Rickstahhh
Thank you!

It all makes sense now:smile:


Good good. :smile:

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