Use Logarithms to Solve the Equation $6 ^ { - 2 x } = 40$

Multiple Choice

Use logarithms to solve the equation. Round your answer to four decimal places. $6 ^ { - 2 x } = 40$

A) $x = - 0.8333$
B) $x = - 1.8493$
C) $x = 0.8333$
D) $x = 1.0294$
E) $x = - 1.0294$