Calculation of x from log equation

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The discussion revolves around the manipulation of a logarithmic equation to solve for the variable x. Participants are examining the correctness of the mathematical transformations applied to the equation, considering the implications of different logarithmic bases and simplifications.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the equation Log(x/y)=A*(e^z(-1)) and attempts to isolate x, expressing uncertainty about the correctness of their modifications.
  • Another participant agrees with the modifications but assumes the logarithm is base 10.
  • A third participant acknowledges most of the modifications but questions the use of "x=10^[ A*(e^z(-1)) +Log(y)]", suggesting that using log base 10 is unusual and advising caution regarding the type of logarithm used.
  • One participant proposes a simplification, suggesting that using y directly instead of 10^log(y) would make the calculation simpler, presenting an alternative formulation for x.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the correctness of the formula modifications, as participants express differing views on the use of logarithmic bases and the proposed simplifications.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not explicitly defined the base of the logarithm, which may lead to ambiguity in the calculations. Additionally, the implications of using different logarithmic forms are not fully resolved.

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Hi

I have the following equation:
Log(x/y)=A*(e^z(-1))

I know values of y, A, z.
I need to calculate x from this equation.

I need to ‘extract’ x first therefore
Log(x)-Log(y)= A*(e^z(-1))
Log(x) = A*(e^z(-1)) +Log(y)
x=10^[ A*(e^z(-1)) +Log(y)]

I am not sure whether my formula modification is correct.
Please help.
Thanks.
 
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It looks correct to me, assuming the base of the ## Log ## function is 10.
 
Most of it is correct, but I am not sure of the line "x=10^[ A*(e^z(-1)) +Log(y)]". Using log10 is unusual in mathematics. Yes, I see that you do not write "ln(x/y)", but be sure to check what kind of logarithms you have.
 
It would be simpler for calculation if you used y instead of 10^log(y), i.e. x=y\times 10^{A\times e^{z(-1)}}
 
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