Math Problem Statement

If log10(x) = k, then what is log10(10/x)?

Solution

The question is asking to find the value of log1010x\log_{10} \frac{10}{x}, given that log10x=k\log_{10} x = k.

Solution:

We start with the given expression: log1010x\log_{10} \frac{10}{x} Using the logarithmic property: logabc=logablogac\log_a \frac{b}{c} = \log_a b - \log_a c we can rewrite: log1010x=log1010log10x\log_{10} \frac{10}{x} = \log_{10} 10 - \log_{10} x

Now, substitute values:

  1. We know log1010=1\log_{10} 10 = 1 (logarithm of 10 in base 10 is 1).
  2. From the problem, log10x=k\log_{10} x = k.

Thus: log1010x=1k\log_{10} \frac{10}{x} = 1 - k

Final Answer:

log1010x=1k\log_{10} \frac{10}{x} = 1 - k


Would you like further explanation or details? Here are some related questions for practice:

  1. If log10x=2\log_{10} x = 2, what is log10100x\log_{10} \frac{100}{x}?
  2. Simplify log10(10x)\log_{10} (10x) in terms of kk.
  3. Prove the logarithmic property logabc=logablogac\log_a \frac{b}{c} = \log_a b - \log_a c.
  4. If log10x=k\log_{10} x = k, what is log10x10\log_{10} \frac{x}{10}?
  5. What is the value of log10x2\log_{10} x^2 if log10x=k\log_{10} x = k?

Tip: Always remember the basic logarithmic properties to simplify and manipulate logarithmic expressions efficiently!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Properties of Logarithms
Algebra

Formulas

log_a(b/c) = log_a(b) - log_a(c)
log_a(a) = 1

Theorems

Logarithmic Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12