Math Problem Statement

(log2(3))(log9(4))

Solution

We want to simplify the expression log2(3)log9(4)\log_2(3) \cdot \log_9(4).

Step 1: Change of Base Formula

We can use the change of base formula for logarithms, which states that:

loga(b)=logc(b)logc(a)\log_a(b) = \frac{\log_c(b)}{\log_c(a)}

where cc is any positive number (typically we use base 10 or base ee).

Step 2: Apply the Change of Base Formula to log9(4)\log_9(4)

First, express log9(4)\log_9(4) in terms of base 3 (since 9 is 323^2):

log9(4)=log3(4)log3(9)=log3(4)2\log_9(4) = \frac{\log_3(4)}{\log_3(9)} = \frac{\log_3(4)}{2}

Step 3: Substitute and Simplify

Now substitute this into the original expression:

log2(3)log9(4)=log2(3)log3(4)2\log_2(3) \cdot \log_9(4) = \log_2(3) \cdot \frac{\log_3(4)}{2}

So the expression becomes:

12log2(3)log3(4)\frac{1}{2} \cdot \log_2(3) \cdot \log_3(4)

Step 4: Use Change of Base Formula Again for log2(3)\log_2(3)

Next, express log2(3)\log_2(3) using base 3:

log2(3)=log3(3)log3(2)=1log3(2)\log_2(3) = \frac{\log_3(3)}{\log_3(2)} = \frac{1}{\log_3(2)}

Step 5: Final Expression

Substitute this into the expression:

121log3(2)log3(4)\frac{1}{2} \cdot \frac{1}{\log_3(2)} \cdot \log_3(4)

Since log3(4)=2log3(2)\log_3(4) = 2 \cdot \log_3(2), we can simplify:

121log3(2)2log3(2)\frac{1}{2} \cdot \frac{1}{\log_3(2)} \cdot 2 \cdot \log_3(2)

The log3(2)\log_3(2) terms cancel out, leaving:

11

Final Answer:

log2(3)log9(4)=1\log_2(3) \cdot \log_9(4) = 1


Would you like more details on the steps or have any questions about the process?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How can you simplify expressions involving multiple logarithms with different bases?
  2. What is the change of base formula and when is it most useful?
  3. Can logarithms with different bases be added or subtracted directly?
  4. What are the properties of logarithms that help in simplification?
  5. How do you solve equations that involve logarithms with different bases?

Tip: When working with logarithms, always consider using the change of base formula to convert them into a common base for easier manipulation.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Change of Base Formula
Simplification of Logarithmic Expressions

Formulas

log_a(b) = log_c(b) / log_c(a)
log_9(4) = log_3(4) / log_3(9)
log_2(3) = 1 / log_3(2)
log_3(4) = 2 * log_3(2)

Theorems

Change of Base Formula
Logarithmic Identity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12