Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression (3log243 + 2log32 - 3log9) / (3log27 + 2log^2 8).

Solution

Let's analyze and solve the expression shown in the image.

The given expression is:

3log243+2log323log93log27+2log28\frac{{^3\log 243 + ^2\log 32 - ^3\log 9}}{{^3\log 27 + ^2\log^2 8}}

Where:

  • nloga^n\log a means log(a)\log(a) to the base nn, or logn(a)\log_n(a).

Steps for Simplification:

1. Simplify 3log243^3\log 243:

Using the logarithm change of base rule, we know nloga=log(a)log(n)^n\log a = \frac{\log(a)}{\log(n)}, and: 243 = 3^5 \quad \Rightarrow \quad ^3\log 243 = 5

2. Simplify 2log32^2\log 32:

32 = 2^5 \quad \Rightarrow \quad ^2\log 32 = 5

3. Simplify 3log9^3\log 9:

9 = 3^2 \quad \Rightarrow \quad ^3\log 9 = 2

4. Simplify 3log27^3\log 27:

27 = 3^3 \quad \Rightarrow \quad ^3\log 27 = 3

5. Simplify 2log28^2\log^2 8:

Since log28\log^2 8 means (log8)2(\log 8)^2, let's first simplify: 8 = 2^3 \quad \Rightarrow \quad ^2\log 8 = 3 Thus: 2log28=32=9^2\log^2 8 = 3^2 = 9

Now, substitute these values into the expression:

5+523+9=812=23\frac{{5 + 5 - 2}}{{3 + 9}} = \frac{{8}}{{12}} = \frac{2}{3}

The value of the entire expression is 23\frac{2}{3}.

Would you like any further details or clarifications on this solution?

Here are 5 related questions to extend your understanding:

  1. How do you apply the change of base rule for logarithms?
  2. What happens when the base and the argument of a logarithm are powers of the same number?
  3. How would the expression change if we altered the base of the logarithms?
  4. What are some common properties of logarithms that simplify expressions?
  5. How does logarithmic squaring work in more complex expressions?

Tip:

When simplifying logarithms, always check if the argument is a power of the base, as this allows for quick simplifications!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Algebra
Exponentiation

Formulas

Change of base rule: log_a(b) = log(b) / log(a)
Basic log rule: log_a(a^n) = n

Theorems

Logarithmic Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12