Math Problem Statement

Evaluate 81 log₉3 ÷ 36 log₉6 without using a table or calculator.

Solution

To evaluate the expression given in the image:

81log9336log96\frac{81 \log_{9} 3}{36 \log_{9} 6}

we can simplify this step-by-step without using a calculator, focusing on properties of logarithms and the values involved.

Step 1: Simplify 81log9381 \log_9 3

Since log93\log_9 3 is the logarithm with base 9 of 3, we can rewrite it in terms of base conversion if needed, but first, let's evaluate the constants.

  • Notice that 9=329 = 3^2, which implies that log93=12\log_9 3 = \frac{1}{2}, because 912=39^{\frac{1}{2}} = 3.
  • Therefore, 81log93=81×12=40.581 \log_9 3 = 81 \times \frac{1}{2} = 40.5.

Step 2: Simplify 36log9636 \log_9 6

Similarly, log96\log_9 6 would require us to evaluate how 6 relates to the base 9. We can write 66 in terms of powers of 3 for simplicity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Exponents
Logarithmic Properties

Formulas

logₐ(b) / logₐ(c) = logₐ(b/c)
logₐ(b^x) = x * logₐ(b)

Theorems

Change of Base Formula
Logarithmic Division Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12