Math Problem Statement

Solve.

log Subscript 6 Baseline left parenthesis 2 x minus 9 right parenthesis equals 2log6(2x−9)=2

Solution

We are given the logarithmic equation:

log6(2x9)=2\log_6 (2x - 9) = 2

Step 1: Rewrite the equation in exponential form

Recall that a logarithmic equation logb(y)=x\log_b(y) = x can be rewritten in exponential form as bx=yb^x = y. Applying this to our equation:

log6(2x9)=262=2x9\log_6 (2x - 9) = 2 \quad \Rightarrow \quad 6^2 = 2x - 9

Step 2: Simplify

We know that 62=366^2 = 36, so the equation becomes:

36=2x936 = 2x - 9

Step 3: Solve for xx

Now, solve for xx by isolating it on one side of the equation.

36+9=2x36 + 9 = 2x 45=2x45 = 2x x=452=22.5x = \frac{45}{2} = 22.5

Step 4: Verify the solution

Substitute x=22.5x = 22.5 back into the original logarithmic equation to ensure it is valid:

log6(2(22.5)9)=log6(459)=log6(36)\log_6(2(22.5) - 9) = \log_6(45 - 9) = \log_6(36)

Since log6(36)=2\log_6(36) = 2, the solution is correct.

Thus, the solution is: x=22.5x = 22.5

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Here are 5 related questions to further explore:

  1. How do you convert logarithmic equations to exponential form?
  2. What is the general method to solve equations involving logarithms?
  3. How would the solution change if the base of the logarithm was different?
  4. Can logarithmic equations have multiple solutions?
  5. How would you solve an equation like log6(2x9)=log6(3x5)\log_6(2x - 9) = \log_6(3x - 5)?

Tip: Always check the domain when solving logarithmic equations to avoid extraneous solutions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Algebraic Equations
Exponential Form

Formulas

log_b(y) = x ⟺ b^x = y
Exponential form of logarithmic equations

Theorems

Properties of Logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11