Math Problem Statement

Use the change-of-base formula to approximate the logarithm accurate to the nearest ten-thousandth. log3 3/4

Solution

We use the change-of-base formula to compute log334\log_3 \frac{3}{4}:

log334=log1034log103\log_3 \frac{3}{4} = \frac{\log_{10} \frac{3}{4}}{\log_{10} 3}

Let's calculate each component using base-10 logarithms.

  1. Calculate log1034\log_{10} \frac{3}{4}: log1034=log100.750.1250\log_{10} \frac{3}{4} = \log_{10} 0.75 \approx -0.1250

  2. Calculate log103\log_{10} 3: log1030.4771\log_{10} 3 \approx 0.4771

  3. Now, divide the two results: log334=0.12500.47710.2619\log_3 \frac{3}{4} = \frac{-0.1250}{0.4771} \approx -0.2619

Thus, log3340.2619\log_3 \frac{3}{4} \approx -0.2619.


Would you like any further details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. How does the change-of-base formula work with natural logarithms?
  2. Can you apply this method to approximate log35\log_3 5?
  3. What is the purpose of using the change-of-base formula in logarithmic calculations?
  4. How would rounding to different decimal places affect the accuracy of your result?
  5. Can you use the change-of-base formula for non-numerical or symbolic expressions?

Tip: Use a scientific calculator or software to ensure accuracy when dealing with logarithms to many decimal places.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Change-of-Base Formula

Formulas

Change-of-base formula: log_a(b) = log_c(b) / log_c(a)

Theorems

Change-of-Base Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12