Find x if log(3x+5)=2? Precalculus Properties of Logarithmic Functions Logarithm-- Inverse of an Exponential Function 1 Answer Shwetank Mauria Mar 16, 2017 x=31 2/3 Explanation: As log(3x+5)=2 3x+5=10^2=100 i.e. 3x=100-5=95 and x=95/3=31 2/3 Answer link Related questions What is a logarithm? What are common mistakes students make with logarithms? How can a logarithmic equation be solved by graphing? How can I calculate a logarithm without a calculator? How can logarithms be used to solve exponential equations? How do logarithmic functions work? What is the logarithm of a negative number? What is the logarithm of zero? How do I find the logarithm log_(1/4) 1/64? How do I find the logarithm log_(2/3)(8/27)? See all questions in Logarithm-- Inverse of an Exponential Function Impact of this question 5182 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License