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The discussion focuses on combining logarithmic expressions, specifically log√x + 1 + 9log x. Participants emphasize the importance of using logarithmic properties, such as nlogx = log(x^n) and log(x) + log(y) = log(xy), to simplify the expression correctly. The correct interpretation of the original problem is crucial, as it affects the approach to the solution. The forum encourages users to refer to logarithmic properties in their textbooks for further clarification.

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Homework Statement


Combine into one log
log√x + 1 + ( 9log x )

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The Attempt at a Solution


I tried converting log√x + 1 to log(x+1)^(1/2)
 
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hibachii said:

Homework Statement


Combine into one log
log√x + 1 + ( 9log x )

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


I tried converting log√x + 1 to log(x+1)^(1/2)
No, you can't do that, for a lot of reasons.

Write √x as x1/2. Use the properties of logs to write log x1/2 in a different way.

Use the properties of logs to write 9logx in a different form.

Assuming that log here means log10, 1 = log10(10).
 
i don't get what you mean. How do u do the question?
 
The policy of this forum is that we don't do homework problems - you do them. I've given you some starting points, and now it's up to you. Open your book to where they define the properties of logarithms.
 
Hi hibacii...
You can use the property
nlogx=log(x)^n
and
Logx+logy+logz=Log(xyz)
and also
1=log10

I hope this helps you...

Thanx
Suk-Sci
 
Do you mean
log(\sqrt{x+ 1}+ 9log(x)
or
log(\sqrt{x})+ 1+ 9log(x)

I think Mark44 was interpreting this as the latter. The former can be combined by using the laws of logarithms
blog(a)= log(a^b)
and
log(a)+ log(b)= log(ab)
 
Did i do anything wrong i my last commment...cause even i am a beginier
 
I GOT IT! even i said the same thing...

Thanx...
Suk-Sci
 

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