Converting an equation to the same base to solve

The video tutorial explains the rule of equality for exponents, emphasizing that it only applies when the bases are the same. It demonstrates how to rewrite numbers like 4 and 8 using a common base of 2. The tutorial then covers the multiplication and distribution of exponents, leading to solving an equation using the distributive property. The solution process involves simplifying the equation to find the value of X.

What do you conclude about the exponents when the bases are equal?

How do you solve for X in the equation derived from the exponents?