Solving Exponential Equations

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Rewrite 1000 as a power of 10:

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To solve an exponential equation, the _______ must be the same!

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bases

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To solve 8 = 2^(5x+7), you would need to re-write 8 as what base?

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2

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Solve for p: 4^(p+2) = 64

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1

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To solve 36 = 6^x, re-write 36 as what base and exponent?

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What is the definition of an exponential equation?

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An equation in which a variable appears in the exponent.

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What is the base in an exponential expression?

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The number that is raised to a power.

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What is the exponent in an exponential expression?

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The power to which the base is raised.

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How do you solve an exponential equation with different bases?

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Rewrite one or both sides to have the same base.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 5^(2x) = 125?

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