Math Problem Statement

3 ^ log(x) + 3x ^ log(3) = 36

Solution

We are given the equation:

3log(x)+3xlog(3)=363^{\log(x)} + 3x^{\log(3)} = 36

Step 1: Rewrite the terms

We can simplify the powers using logarithmic and exponential rules:

  • 3log(x)3^{\log(x)}: We know from logarithmic properties that alogb(c)=clogb(a)a^{\log_b(c)} = c^{\log_b(a)}, so 3log(x)=xlog(3)3^{\log(x)} = x^{\log(3)}.

Thus, the equation becomes:

xlog(3)+3xlog(3)=36x^{\log(3)} + 3x^{\log(3)} = 36

Step 2: Combine like terms

Since both terms involve xlog(3)x^{\log(3)}, we can factor it out:

xlog(3)(1+3)=36x^{\log(3)} (1 + 3) = 36

This simplifies to:

4xlog(3)=364x^{\log(3)} = 36

Step 3: Solve for xlog(3)x^{\log(3)}

Now, divide both sides by 4:

xlog(3)=364=9x^{\log(3)} = \frac{36}{4} = 9

Step 4: Solve for xx

We know xlog(3)=9x^{\log(3)} = 9, and 9 can be written as 323^2. So:

xlog(3)=32x^{\log(3)} = 3^2

Now, take the logarithm of both sides:

log(3)log(x)=2log(3)\log(3) \cdot \log(x) = 2\log(3)

Dividing both sides by log(3)\log(3):

log(x)=2\log(x) = 2

Exponentiate both sides to solve for xx:

x=102=100x = 10^2 = 100

Final Answer:

x=100x = 100

Would you like more details, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How does the logarithmic identity alogb(c)=clogb(a)a^{\log_b(c)} = c^{\log_b(a)} work?
  2. How do we factor expressions involving powers with logarithms?
  3. Can logarithms with different bases be converted to the same base?
  4. How does the property of exponents help simplify equations involving logarithms?
  5. What are the real-world applications of logarithmic equations?

Tip: When working with logarithmic equations, try to express all terms in a similar base for easier manipulation.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic Properties
Exponential Functions
Algebra

Formulas

a^{\log_b(c)} = c^{\log_b(a)}
Logarithmic identity
Exponential functions

Theorems

Logarithmic-Exponential Inverse Property
Properties of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12