Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution set so that (a) solutions are in exact from and, if irrational, (b) Support your solutions by using a calculator. 3(3)x−3+2=77 a) Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice. A. The solution set is ______. B. The solution is the empty set. b) Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice. A. The solution set is _____. B. The solution is the empty set.

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Solve the exponential equation. Express the solution set so that (a) solutions are in exact from and, if irrational, (b) Support your solutions by using a calculator.  3(3)x−3+2=77  a) Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.  A. The solution set is ______.  B. The solution is the empty set.  b) Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.  A. The solution set is _____.  B. The solution is the empty set.

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Step 1  Exponential equation  Step 2  3(3)x−3+2=77  3(3)x−3=77−2=75  3(3)x33=75  3x=75⋅32  3x=52⋅3⋅32  3x=52⋅33  x=log3(32⋅(5⋅3))  x=log3(32)+log3(52⋅3)  x=2log33+log2(75)  x=2+1n751n3  x=2+3.930=5.930  x=5.930

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