solve log5(x-4)=log7(x) for x.
5 and 7 are bases.

HELP!

To help get you started, use the rule for converting logarithm bases:



So to convert to a common logarithm base in the problemn you were given you can do this:



Now you can rewrite the original equation like this:



Can you take it from here?

well I get that.. I just don't understand where to take it from there the two x's are confusing me.

well I get that.. I just don't understand where to take it from there the two x's are confusing me

Can be worked out. Then, you end up with something like:



Raise a to become y to the power of a, to get:



Can be worked out. Then, you end up with something like:



Now, can you continue?