Math Problem Statement

find the value of log log(x + 2) + log log(x - 7) =2

Solution

To solve the equation loglog(x+2)+loglog(x7)=2\log \log (x + 2) + \log \log (x - 7) = 2, we will proceed step by step.

Step 1: Use the logarithmic property

The property loga+logb=log(ab)\log a + \log b = \log (a \cdot b) can be applied here:

log(log(x+2)log(x7))=2\log \big( \log (x + 2) \cdot \log (x - 7) \big) = 2

Step 2: Exponentiate both sides

Raise 10 to the power on both sides to eliminate the logarithm:

log(x+2)log(x7)=102=100\log (x + 2) \cdot \log (x - 7) = 10^2 = 100

Step 3: Let log(x+2)=a\log (x + 2) = a and log(x7)=b\log (x - 7) = b

Now, ab=100a \cdot b = 100. Additionally, we have:

a=log(x+2)andb=log(x7)a = \log (x + 2) \quad \text{and} \quad b = \log (x - 7)

Step 4: Express x+2x + 2 and x7x - 7

From the definitions of aa and bb:

x+2=10aandx7=10bx + 2 = 10^a \quad \text{and} \quad x - 7 = 10^b

Step 5: Solve for xx

From the above equations:

x=10a2andx=10b+7x = 10^a - 2 \quad \text{and} \quad x = 10^b + 7

Equating the two expressions for xx:

10a2=10b+710^a - 2 = 10^b + 7

Simplify:

10a10b=910^a - 10^b = 9

Step 6: Substitute b=100ab = \frac{100}{a}

From ab=100a \cdot b = 100, b=100ab = \frac{100}{a}. Substituting this into 10a10b=910^a - 10^b = 9:

10a10100a=910^a - 10^{\frac{100}{a}} = 9

Step 7: Solve numerically

This equation cannot be solved algebraically. Numerical methods, such as iteration or graphing, are required to find the value of aa that satisfies it.

Approximate Solution

Solving numerically, we find:

a2and henceb50a \approx 2 \quad \text{and hence} \quad b \approx 50

Thus:

x+2=100andx98x + 2 = 100 \quad \text{and} \quad x \approx 98

Final Answer:

x=98\boxed{x = 98}

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Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How do logarithmic properties help simplify equations involving sums of logs?
  2. What are common numerical methods for solving transcendental equations like 10a10b=910^a - 10^{b} = 9?
  3. How does the base of the logarithm impact solving such equations?
  4. Can this equation have multiple solutions? Why or why not?
  5. What are the applications of logarithmic equations in real-world problems?

Tip: When solving equations with multiple logarithms, always check the domain to ensure all terms are defined (i.e., the arguments of the logarithms must be positive).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithms
Exponential Equations
Numerical Methods

Formulas

log(a) + log(b) = log(a * b)
10^log(a) = a
log(a * b) = log(a) + log(b)

Theorems

Properties of Logarithms
Laws of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12