Question

Exponential equation.

8x = 1/4

Answer 1

-⅔

Explanation:

8^x = 4^(-1)

2^3x = 2^(-2)

3x = -2

x = -⅔

Answer 2

1/32

Explanation:

Step 1: Divide both sides by 8

8x = 1/4

8x / 8 = 1/4 / 8

x = 1/32

Answer: x = 1/32