Answer
$x=1.76$
Work Step by Step
Make each side a natural log, and pull down the exponent on the left side. Then divide to solve for $x$.
$5^x=17$
$x\ln(5)=\ln(17)$
$x=\frac{\ln(17)}{\ln(5)}$
$x=1.76$
You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.
Update this answerAfter you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.