Solve the Exponential Equation $$3 ^{( x - 1 )} = 16$$

Multiple Choice

Solve the exponential equation. Use a calculator to obtain a decimal approximation, correct to two decimal places, for the
solution.
- $$3 ^{( x - 1 ) } = 16$$

A) $\{ 2.68 \}$
B) $\{ 6.33 \}$
C) $\{ 1.52 \}$
D) $\{ 3.52 \}$