Math Problem Statement

simplify 1loga1logg \frac{-1\log a}{-1\log g\text{ }}

Solution

To simplify the given expression:

1loga1logg\frac{-1\log a}{-1\log g}

We can follow these steps:

  1. The negative signs in both the numerator and denominator can cancel each other out:

1loga1logg=logalogg\frac{-1\log a}{-1\log g} = \frac{\log a}{\log g}

  1. The expression logalogg\frac{\log a}{\log g} can be rewritten using the change of base formula for logarithms. This states that:

logalogg=logga\frac{\log a}{\log g} = \log_g a

Thus, the simplified form of the expression is:

logga\log_g a

Would you like further details on the logarithmic properties, or do you have any other questions?


Here are five related questions to expand on this:

  1. How can you derive the change of base formula for logarithms?
  2. What happens when the base gg equals aa?
  3. How would you simplify logg(a2)logg(a3)\frac{\log_g(a^2)}{\log_g(a^3)}?
  4. What is the value of log28\log_2 8?
  5. How does the logarithmic property logb(xy)=logb(x)+logb(y)\log_b(xy) = \log_b(x) + \log_b(y) work?

Tip: When simplifying logarithmic expressions, always check for negative signs and see if properties like change of base can help!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Change of Base Formula

Formulas

Change of Base Formula: $$ \frac{\log a}{\log b} = \log_b a $$

Theorems

Logarithmic Properties
Change of Base Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12