I'm not sure how to simplify this problem:
2^x - 2^(x-2) = 3 (2^13)
What is x?
I got the question right by picking answers from the multiple choice answers, but there should have been a better way to solve. Please let me know if you have any insights.
(Correct answer is 15)
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Like a lot of the questions you'll find from reputable sources, this one has been discussed a few times. You can find one such discussion at:
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The search function is very helpful - I did a search on "3(2^13)" and found the post immediately.
Good luck!
Like a lot of the questions you'll find from reputable sources, this one has been discussed a few times. You can find one such discussion at:
https://www.beatthegmat.com/exponent-pro ... 17726.html
The search function is very helpful - I did a search on "3(2^13)" and found the post immediately.
Good luck!
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As an aside, as you note in your own post, answer choices are extremely helpful in finding the best solution to a problem. Accordingly, you should always include the choices when you post a question.skalevar wrote:I'm not sure how to simplify this problem:
2^x - 2^(x-2) = 3 (2^13)
What is x?
I got the question right by picking answers from the multiple choice answers, but there should have been a better way to solve. Please let me know if you have any insights.
(Correct answer is 15)
Also, if you know it, please include the source of the question.
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