Question

Solve ln 5 + ln (2x) = 5. Round your answer to the nearest hundreth.

options
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A. 14.84

B. 11.17

C. 71.71

D. 0.02

Answers

Nirvana
Did u already try to figure it out?
Nirvana
If not, try. Then post what you think the answer is.
RedRov3R
I want to say "A".. or "C".. but my method to figuring it out, may be off.
McKenna
@Damon
Reiny
Use the rules of logs

ln 5 + ln (2x) = 5
ln(5(2x)) = 5
ln (10x) = 5
10x = e^5
x = (1/10)e^5 = appr 14.84
RedRov3R
Much easier to understand! Thank you @Reiny!

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