Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the following logarithmic expressions without using a calculator.

Evaluate the following logarithmic expression: log_6(√[4]{6})

Solution

The expression you want to evaluate is:

log6(64)\log_6 \left( \sqrt[4]{6} \right)

Let's break this down step by step:

  1. The expression inside the logarithm is 64\sqrt[4]{6}, which can be rewritten as 6146^{\frac{1}{4}}.

  2. Now, we substitute 64\sqrt[4]{6} with 6146^{\frac{1}{4}}, so the expression becomes: log6(614)\log_6 \left( 6^{\frac{1}{4}} \right)

  3. Using the logarithmic identity logb(bx)=x\log_b(b^x) = x, where bb is the base of the logarithm, the result simplifies to: 14\frac{1}{4}

Thus, the value of the logarithmic expression is:

log6(64)=14\log_6 \left( \sqrt[4]{6} \right) = \frac{1}{4}

Would you like further clarification or more details on logarithmic properties? Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do you simplify logb(bx)\log_b(b^x) in general?
  2. What is the general formula for expressing radicals as exponents?
  3. How does changing the base of a logarithm affect the evaluation of logarithmic expressions?
  4. Can you apply the same principle to log6(6)\log_6(\sqrt{6})? What would the result be?
  5. How do you evaluate log6(16)\log_6 \left( \frac{1}{6} \right)?

Tip: Whenever dealing with logarithms, try to rewrite expressions in exponential form, which often simplifies the calculation significantly.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Radicals and Exponents

Formulas

log_b(b^x) = x
a^(1/n) = n√a

Theorems

Properties of Logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12