This will equal x9. It explains how to find a common base to solve. Most exponential equations do not solve neatly.
24 divided by 8 is 3 thus simplifying the coefficients.
In solving these more-complicated equations you will have to use logarithms. In order to solve the exponential equations we must first of all make powers appear on both sides of the equation with the same base in order to be able to equalize the exponents. An exponential equation can also be solved by using logarithms. Using Logs for Terms without the Same Base 1.