Ch. 4 - Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

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Ch. 4 - Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Problema 9

Capitolo 5, Problema 9

Use properties of logarithms to expand each logarithmic expression as much as possible. Where possible, evaluate logarithmic expressions without using a calculator. log(x/100)

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Recall the logarithmic property that allows you to express the logarithm of a quotient as the difference of two logarithms: $\log\left(\frac{a}{b}\right) = \log a - \log b$.

Apply this property to the given expression $\log\left(\frac{x}{100}\right)$, rewriting it as $\log x - \log 100$.

Recognize that $100$ can be expressed as a power of 10, specifically $100 = 10^2$.

Use the logarithmic power rule $\log(a^b) = b \log a$ to rewrite $\log 100$ as $\log(10^2) = 2 \log 10$.

Since $\log 10$ (base 10) equals 1, simplify $2 \log 10$ to 2, so the expanded form becomes $\log x - 2$.

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Properties of Logarithms

Properties of logarithms include rules such as the product, quotient, and power rules. These allow us to rewrite logarithmic expressions in simpler or expanded forms. For example, the quotient rule states that log(a/b) = log(a) - log(b), which is essential for expanding log(x/100).

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Evaluating logarithms without a calculator often relies on recognizing logarithms of numbers that are powers of the base, such as log(100) when the base is 10. Knowing common logarithmic values allows for exact simplification and evaluation.

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