Basic Math Examples

Solve for y 125=5^(3y)
Step 1
Rewrite the equation as .
Step 2
Create equivalent expressions in the equation that all have equal bases.
Step 3
Since the bases are the same, then two expressions are only equal if the exponents are also equal.
Step 4
Divide each term in by and simplify.
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Step 4.1
Divide each term in by .
Step 4.2
Simplify the left side.
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Step 4.2.1
Cancel the common factor of .
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Step 4.2.1.1
Cancel the common factor.
Step 4.2.1.2
Divide by .
Step 4.3
Simplify the right side.
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Step 4.3.1
Divide by .