Question

Find the value of x in the given expression:

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Answer 1

Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

According to the rule of indices, if the bases are same the power can be equated to each other.

here the base 1/2

equating the power, we get,

-5+(-3) = 3x+1

= -8 = 3x+1

= 3x = -9

x = -3