Math Problem Statement
Solve the logarithmic equation (log_(1/x) 4)^(-2) + 0.5 = 3 log_16 x.
Solution
The equation in the image is:
Let's solve this step by step.
Step 1: Simplify the logarithmic expressions.
The expression can be rewritten using the change of base formula:
Therefore:
Substitute this into the original equation:
Step 2: Simplify .
So the equation becomes:
Step 3: Change base for .
Since , and , we can simplify:
Thus, the equation becomes:
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Logarithms
Exponentiation
Algebra
Formulas
Change of Base Formula: log_b(a) = log_c(a) / log_c(b)
Exponent Rules: (a^b)^c = a^(b*c)
Theorems
Properties of Logarithms
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12