Steps

1. Make sure that the equation is balanced, with all like terms combined. In other words, the exponential part of the problem should be on one side and the constant value (the number) should be on the other side.

2. Type the exponential part of the equation (most of the time the left side of the equation) into Y1 in your calculator.

3. Type in the constant part of the equation (most of the time the right side of the equation) into Y2 in your calculator.

4. Press graph to find the intersection of the two functions.

5. If the intersection is not on the screen, you may have to adjust your Window on your calculator so that it can be seen. (This can be done by pressing WINDOW.)

6. Find the point of intersection by pressing 2nd Trace 5 and Enter 3 times.

7. This is your solution to the exponential equation and the value of x.