Solve each of the following equations for $x$.

1. $171 = 3\left(5\right)^{x}$ 

   Step 1(a):

   Divide both sides by $3$.

   Since $x$ is in the exponent, you need to undo it by taking the log of both sides.

2. $171y = 3x^{5}$ 

   Hint (b):

   You will need to use a fractional exponent or a root. Your answer will be in terms of $y$.