Math Problem Statement

Simplify the logarithmic expression 3 log 4 + log 5 - log 40.

Solution

The image contains a mathematical expression that seems to involve logarithms. From what I can make out, the expression is:

3log4+log5log403 \log 4 + \log 5 - \log 40

It asks for the value of this expression.

Let's simplify this:

  1. Using the logarithmic properties:

    • loga+logb=log(ab)\log a + \log b = \log(ab)
    • logalogb=log(ab)\log a - \log b = \log\left(\frac{a}{b}\right)
  2. We begin by applying these properties to the expression:

3log4+log5log403 \log 4 + \log 5 - \log 40

Step-by-step simplification:

  1. The term 3log43 \log 4 can be rewritten using the power rule: log(43)=log(64)\log(4^3) = \log(64).

    So, the expression becomes: log64+log5log40\log 64 + \log 5 - \log 40

  2. Combine the first two terms: log(64×5)=log320\log(64 \times 5) = \log 320

  3. Now, subtract the last term: log(32040)=log8\log\left(\frac{320}{40}\right) = \log 8

So, the final value of the expression is log8\log 8.

If we're looking for a decimal value, log80.9031\log 8 \approx 0.9031 (assuming this is base 10 logarithm).

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. What are the different properties of logarithms?
  2. How does the change of base formula work in logarithms?
  3. What are some real-world applications of logarithms?
  4. How do natural logarithms (ln) differ from common logarithms (log)?
  5. How can logarithmic equations be solved algebraically?

Tip: Always remember to check the base of the logarithm when simplifying logarithmic expressions—base 10 (log) and base ee (ln) are the most common!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Algebra

Formulas

log a + log b = log(ab)
log a - log b = log(a/b)
n log a = log(a^n)

Theorems

Properties of logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12