Math Problem Statement

Solve the following equation for x: log₃(x + 7) = 2. Select one answer from the given options: A) x = 3, B) x = 2, C) x = -6.3, D) x = -5.

Solution

We are solving the equation:

log3(x+7)=2\log_3(x + 7) = 2

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Rewrite the logarithmic equation in exponential form: Using the property of logarithms logb(a)=c\log_b(a) = c implies bc=ab^c = a, we rewrite: x+7=32x + 7 = 3^2

  2. Simplify the exponential expression: x+7=9x + 7 = 9

  3. Solve for xx: Subtract 77 from both sides: x=97=2x = 9 - 7 = 2

Final Answer:

The correct solution is: x=2x = 2

Thus, the correct option is B.


Do you want further details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions to practice on:

  1. Solve log4(x5)=3\log_4(x - 5) = 3 for xx.
  2. Rewrite log2(32)=5\log_2(32) = 5 in exponential form and verify.
  3. What is the solution to log5(2x+1)=2\log_5(2x + 1) = 2?
  4. Explain the general steps to solve logb(f(x))=c\log_b(f(x)) = c equations.
  5. Solve log10(x+4)=1\log_{10}(x + 4) = 1 for xx.

Tip: Always check that the argument inside the logarithm (e.g., x+7x + 7) remains positive for the solution to be valid!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Exponential Equations
Basic Algebra

Formulas

logₐ(b) = c ⇔ a^c = b

Theorems

Exponential-Logarithmic Relationship

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10