Math Problem Statement
Use the change-of-base theorem to find log base π of 37 and simplify your answer to four decimal places.
Solution
The problem in the image asks to use the change-of-base theorem to evaluate , and round the result to four decimal places.
Change-of-base formula:
where can be any base (usually base 10 or natural logarithm, base ).
Here, we are solving for , so using base 10 logarithms, we apply the formula:
Now, let's calculate this step-by-step:
- Find (base 10).
- Find (base 10).
- Divide the two results.
- Round the final answer to four decimal places.
Step-by-step calculations:
Now, divide:
Thus, when rounded to four decimal places.
Would you like more details or have any other questions?
Here are 5 related questions you might find useful:
- How can the change-of-base theorem be applied with natural logarithms?
- What is the difference between common and natural logarithms?
- How can you simplify expressions involving logarithms with different bases?
- Why does the change-of-base formula work for any new base?
- How do logarithmic properties help in solving exponential equations?
Tip: Always keep track of decimal places during intermediate steps to avoid rounding errors early on!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Logarithms
Change of Base
Formulas
Change-of-base formula: log_b(a) = log_c(a) / log_c(b)
Theorems
Change of Base Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12