Math Problem Statement

Solve the following logarithm problem for the positive solution for x, .x.

log, base, x, 27, equals, start fraction, 3, divided by, 4, end fraction

logx​27=43​

Solution

We are given the logarithmic equation:

logx27=34\log_x 27 = \frac{3}{4}

This means that xx is the base of the logarithm, and the equation tells us that xx raised to the power of 34\frac{3}{4} equals 27. This can be rewritten as:

x34=27x^{\frac{3}{4}} = 27

To solve for xx, we need to eliminate the exponent 34\frac{3}{4}. We can do this by raising both sides of the equation to the power of 43\frac{4}{3}:

(x34)43=2743\left( x^{\frac{3}{4}} \right)^{\frac{4}{3}} = 27^{\frac{4}{3}}

Simplifying both sides:

x=2743x = 27^{\frac{4}{3}}

Now, we need to compute 274327^{\frac{4}{3}}. We can rewrite 27 as 333^3:

x=(33)43=33×43=34x = \left( 3^3 \right)^{\frac{4}{3}} = 3^{3 \times \frac{4}{3}} = 3^4

Therefore:

x=34=81x = 3^4 = 81

So, the positive solution for xx is:

81\boxed{81}

Would you like a more detailed breakdown of any step, or do you have any other questions related to logarithms? Here are some related questions to help expand your understanding:

  1. What does the expression logba=c\log_b a = c mean in general?
  2. How can we apply the change of base formula to simplify logarithmic expressions?
  3. What are the steps for solving logarithmic equations with fractional exponents?
  4. How do we express logarithms in exponential form, and why is it useful?
  5. What is the inverse relationship between logarithmic and exponential functions?

Tip: When solving logarithmic equations, always remember to rewrite the logarithmic equation in its exponential form to make the manipulation easier.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Exponents
Fractional Exponents

Formulas

log_b a = c
x^(a/b) = c

Theorems

Logarithmic Exponentiation

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11