How to solve the following equation : $2^{6-n} = n$
I have no idea of to solve it. I took logarithms on both sides. But doesn't reach at some satisfactory path. But practically I've found $n$ must be equal to $4$, for if $n<4$ then equation is not possible since LHS will become greater than $4$. Similarly $n$ can't be greater than $4$. But what is its formal attempt to find the solution? I tried lots, but never found.
A solution (that is elementary) to your problem is one that you have already hinted at. Show that $2^{6-n}$ is monotone decreasing. Since $n$ is monotone increasing, if the two functions intersect, they can only do so at one point. You have already found that point.