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Explore the essential properties of logarithms, including equations, power property, and solving methods. Understand how to solve exponential equations accurately and efficiently. Learn through examples and solutions to enhance your mathematical skills.
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Section 5.3 Properties of Logarithms
Introduction For a > 0, b > 0, b≠ 1, the equations are equivalent. Property Section 5.3 Slide 2 Exponential/Logarithmic Forms Property Definition
Property For x > 0, b > 0 and, b≠ 1 In words: A logarithm of a power of x is the exponent times the logarithm of x. For positive real numbers a, b, and c where b≠ 1, the equations are equivalent. Property Section 5.3 Slide 3 Power Property for Logarithms Power Property for Logarithms and of Equality
Example Solve the equation Check solution: Solution Section 5.3 Slide 4 Power Property for Logarithms Solving an Exponential Equation
Warning Watch parenthesis: Section 5.3 Slide 5 Power Property for Logarithms Solving an Exponential Equation
Example Solve Solution Section 5.3 Slide 6 Power Property for Logarithms Solving an Exponential Equation
Solution Continued Check solution: Section 5.3 Slide 7 Power Property for Logarithms Solving an Exponential Equation