Erika is working on solving the exponential equation 50x = 17; however, she is not quite sure where to start. Using complete sentences, describe to Erika how to solve this equation. Hint: Use the change of base formula: log base b of y equals log y over log b.

Read the excerpt from “strychnine in the soup,” in which mr. mulliner explains the ending of a mystery novel to a bar patron who is anxious to know the conclusion of the story. “the plumber forgot his snake and had to go back for it,” explained mr. mulliner. ‘‘i trust that this revelation will prove sedative.” “i feel a new man,” said the draught stout. “i’d have lain awake worrying about that murder all night.” explain how a student who did not know the meaning of sedative could infer its definition?