This document discusses how to solve exponential equations using logarithms by taking advantage of the property that allows the transformation of exponents into logarithms, allowing equations such as to be solved for x, with examples provided such as being worked through, though noting not all equations are simple to solve in this way.

1. Solving Exponential Equations To solve equations such as: We need to use logarithms. Recall these important properties of logarithms:

2. The property that allows us to solve equations such as Is For example:

3. Not all equations are so simple, however. Try these: