The logarithmic equation is \"\".

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Apply exponential formula: \"\".

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\"\"

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\"\"

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Subtract 3 from each side.

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\"\"

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\"\"

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Divide each side by negative 2.

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\"\"

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\"\".

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Check:-

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To check the solution, substitute the value of \"\" in original equation.

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\"\"

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\"\"

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Apply exponential formula: \"\".

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\"\"

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\"\"

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The statement is true, so the value of \"\" in the solution of original equation.