Math Problem Statement

2log(3x + 2) = log121. Find the value of x.

Solution

The equation in the image is:

2log(3x+2)=log1212 \log(3x + 2) = \log 121

We need to find the value of xx.

Step 1: Simplify the Equation

First, divide both sides of the equation by 2 to isolate the logarithm on the left-hand side:

log(3x+2)=log1212\log(3x + 2) = \frac{\log 121}{2}

Step 2: Use Logarithm Properties

We can express log1212\frac{\log 121}{2} using the logarithm property logab=bloga\log a^b = b \log a:

log(3x+2)=log12112=log121\log(3x + 2) = \log 121^{\frac{1}{2}} = \log \sqrt{121}

Since 121=11\sqrt{121} = 11, the equation becomes:

log(3x+2)=log11\log(3x + 2) = \log 11

Step 3: Solve for xx

Now, remove the logarithms by equating the arguments of the logarithms (because if loga=logb\log a = \log b, then a=ba = b):

3x+2=113x + 2 = 11

Subtract 2 from both sides:

3x=93x = 9

Finally, divide by 3:

x=3x = 3

Answer:

The value of xx is 33.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you solve logarithmic equations with different bases?
  2. What are the properties of logarithms that are useful in solving equations?
  3. Can you solve logarithmic equations using exponential form?
  4. How do you verify if your solution for a logarithmic equation is correct?
  5. What happens if the logarithm has a negative argument?

Tip: Always check if the argument inside the logarithm is positive since logarithms are only defined for positive real numbers.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Logarithms
Equation Solving

Formulas

logarithm property: log(a^b) = b*log(a)
logarithmic equation solving: log(a) = log(b) implies a = b

Theorems

Logarithm Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12