Here are the solutions for both parts of the problem.
a) Given the equation log7(x2−5x+1)41=−41, find the values of x.
Step 1: Use the logarithm property logb(Ac)=clogbA to simplify the left side of the equation.
41log7(x2−5x+1)=−41
Step 2: Multiply both sides by 4.
log7(x2−5x+1)=−1
Step 3: Convert the logarithmic equation