If (0.25)\(^y\) = 32, find the value of y.
A
y = - \(\frac{5}{2}\)
B
y = -\(\frac{3}{2}\)
C
y = \(\frac{3}{2}\)
D
y = \(\frac{5}{2}\)
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
(0.25)\(^y\) = 32
2\(^{-2y}\) = 3\(^{2}\)
2 - 2y = 5
y = - \(\frac{5}{2}\)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #57211)