Math Problem Statement

Use the Laws of Logarithms to evaluate the expression. log(base3)(9^300)

Solution

We can use the laws of logarithms to simplify and evaluate the expression log3(9300)\log_3(9^{300}).

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Rewrite the logarithmic expression:

    log3(9300)\log_3(9^{300})

  2. Use the power rule of logarithms, which states that logb(an)=nlogb(a)\log_b(a^n) = n \cdot \log_b(a). Apply this rule to move the exponent 300 in front:

    300log3(9)300 \cdot \log_3(9)

  3. Simplify log3(9)\log_3(9):

    Since 9=329 = 3^2, we can rewrite log3(9)\log_3(9) as log3(32)\log_3(3^2). Using the power rule again:

    log3(32)=2log3(3)\log_3(3^2) = 2 \cdot \log_3(3)

  4. Evaluate log3(3)\log_3(3):

    By definition, log3(3)=1\log_3(3) = 1, since 3 raised to the power of 1 is 3.

    log3(32)=21=2\log_3(3^2) = 2 \cdot 1 = 2

  5. Substitute back:

    Now we substitute log3(9)=2\log_3(9) = 2 into the original expression:

    3002=600300 \cdot 2 = 600

Final Answer:

log3(9300)=600\log_3(9^{300}) = 600

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How would you evaluate log3(27100)\log_3(27^{100})?
  2. Can you simplify log5(2550)\log_5(25^{50})?
  3. What is log2(1620)\log_2(16^{20}) using logarithmic laws?
  4. How can you use the change of base formula to evaluate log3(81)\log_3(81)?
  5. Can you express log3(x5)\log_3(x^5) in simpler form?

Tip: The power rule of logarithms is helpful when working with expressions that involve exponents, as it allows you to bring the exponent outside the logarithm.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Exponentiation
Logarithmic Laws

Formulas

log_b(a^n) = n * log_b(a)
log_b(b^n) = n

Theorems

Power Rule of Logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12