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Ch. 4 - Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Blitzer - College Algebra 8th Edition
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Capitolo 5, Problema 43

Use properties of logarithms to condense each logarithmic expression. Write the expression as a single logarithm whose coefficient is 1. Where possible, evaluate logarithmic expressions without using a calculator. ln x + ln 7

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Recall the logarithmic property that states the sum of logarithms with the same base can be written as the logarithm of the product: \(\ln a + \ln b = \ln(ab)\).
Identify the terms in the expression: \(\ln x + \ln 7\); here, \(a = x\) and \(b = 7\).
Apply the property by combining the two logarithms into one: \(\ln(x) + \ln(7) = \ln(x \times 7)\).
Simplify the product inside the logarithm: \(\ln(7x)\).
The expression is now condensed into a single logarithm with coefficient 1: \(\ln(7x)\).

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Properties of Logarithms

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