1. (05.02) (10 points)
Demonstrate how to solve the exponential equation, for the variable x
-2+5^(7x-2)=7
Show all your work. Round your answer to the nearest thousandth, if necessary.
Be sure to use logarithms to remove the variable from the exponent and
use the change of base formula in your solution:
logb(y) = log(y)/log(b)

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