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JAMB Mathematics 2008 Objective — Question 46

Question 46 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2008 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Find the value of x for which 2(3^(2x-1)) = 162

  • A. 1/2
  • B. 2/5
  • C. 2/3
  • D. 5/2Correct

Explanation

2(3^(2x-1))=162. 3^(2x-1)=81=3^4. 2x-1=4. 2x=5. x=5/2.

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