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Solve for $x$ in the logarithmic equation. Give exact answers and be sure to check for extraneous solutions.$$\ln x=-3$$
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We can convert it into exponential form. The base of natural logarithm is $e$. So, we can write the equation as: \[e^{\ln x} = e^{-3}\] Show more…
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