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- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions
Introduction to Logarithms
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Problem 7
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Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 1–8, write each equation in its equivalent exponential form. log6 216 = y
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Logarithms
A logarithm is the inverse operation to exponentiation, representing the power to which a base must be raised to obtain a given number. In the expression log_b(a) = c, b is the base, a is the number, and c is the logarithm. Understanding logarithms is essential for converting between logarithmic and exponential forms.
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Exponential Form
Exponential form expresses a relationship where a base is raised to a power. For example, if log_b(a) = c, it can be rewritten in exponential form as b^c = a. This transformation is crucial for solving equations involving logarithms and understanding their properties.
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Base of a Logarithm
The base of a logarithm indicates the number that is raised to a power. In the equation log6(216) = y, the base is 6, meaning that 6 raised to the power of y equals 216. Recognizing the base is vital for accurately converting logarithmic expressions into their exponential counterparts.
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