Standard +0.3 This is a straightforward logarithmic equation requiring students to take logarithms of both sides, expand using log laws, collect terms in x, and solve. It's a standard textbook exercise with clear methodology and no conceptual challenges beyond applying familiar techniques, making it slightly easier than average.
2 Use logarithms to solve the equation $6 ^ { 2 x - 1 } = 5 \mathrm { e } ^ { 3 x + 2 }$. Give your answer correct to 4 significant figures. [4]\\
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