Math Problem Statement
Solve for x
Solution
The equation in the image is:
Step-by-step solution:
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Rewrite the logarithms using their properties: The equation has two different bases for logarithms: base 10 for and base 5 for .
We can use the change of base formula to rewrite in terms of :
So the equation becomes:
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Multiply both sides by to eliminate the denominator:
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Expand the logarithm on the right-hand side: Use the property for :
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Move all terms involving to one side: Subtract from both sides: Factor out on the left:
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Solve for :
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Solve for : Since is the logarithm to base 10, convert back to the exponential form:
This is the exact solution for . If you'd like, I can compute the numerical value of .
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Related questions:
- What are the properties of logarithms, such as product and quotient rules?
- How does the change of base formula work?
- What is the difference between logarithms with different bases?
- How can you solve logarithmic equations involving multiple bases?
- Can this equation have more than one solution?
Tip: Understanding the properties of logarithms is key to solving equations that involve them efficiently.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Logarithms
Change of Base Formula
Exponential Equations
Formulas
Change of base formula: log_b(a) = log(a) / log(b)
Product rule for logarithms: log(ab) = log(a) + log(b)
Theorems
Logarithm Properties
Change of Base Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12