Math Problem Statement

Expand the logarithm fully using the properties of logs. Express the final answer in terms of log x. log 6x^3

Solution

To expand the logarithm log6x3\log 6x^3 using the properties of logarithms and express the final answer in terms of logx\log x, we will apply the following properties:

  1. Product Rule: log(ab)=loga+logb\log(ab) = \log a + \log b
  2. Power Rule: log(ab)=bloga\log(a^b) = b \cdot \log a

Let's expand the expression step-by-step:

  1. Start with the given expression: log6x3\log 6x^3

  2. Apply the Product Rule to separate the logarithm: log6x3=log6+logx3\log 6x^3 = \log 6 + \log x^3

  3. Apply the Power Rule to the term logx3\log x^3: logx3=3logx\log x^3 = 3 \cdot \log x

    Substituting this back into the expression gives: log6x3=log6+3logx\log 6x^3 = \log 6 + 3 \cdot \log x

  4. Since the problem asks for the answer in terms of logx\log x, we can express the answer as: log6x3=log6+3logx\log 6x^3 = \log 6 + 3 \log x

So, the fully expanded expression in terms of logx\log x is: log6+3logx\boxed{\log 6 + 3 \log x}

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you apply the properties of logarithms to simplify expressions?
  2. What are some common applications of logarithms in real-world scenarios?
  3. How does the base of a logarithm affect its properties?
  4. What is the change of base formula for logarithms, and how is it used?
  5. How can logarithmic equations be solved for a specific variable?

Tip: When expanding or condensing logarithms, always look for products, quotients, or powers that can be separated using the properties of logarithms.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Algebra

Formulas

Product Rule: log(ab) = log a + log b
Power Rule: log(a^b) = b * log a

Theorems

Properties of Logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12