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Solve the exponential equation: 5^(2x - 1) = 125^(x - 3).

A x = 4
B x = 5
C x = 8
D x = 10

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Rewrite with a common base: 5^(2x - 1) = (5³)^(x - 3). This simplifies to 5^(2x - 1) = 5^(3x - 9). Equate the exponents: 2x - 1 = 3x - 9. Solving for x yields x = 8.

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