How Do You Calculate Logarithms with Base 2 and Perform Decibel Calculations?

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To calculate logarithms with base 2 using a simple calculator, one can use the change of base formula: log_a(x) = log_e(x) / log_e(a), substituting 'e' with '10' if preferred. For decibel calculations, understanding the relationship between logarithms and sound intensity is crucial, as decibels are a logarithmic unit. Online tutorials can provide valuable insights, but it's essential to ensure they cover base 2 logarithms specifically. A focused search using quotes can yield more relevant results. Mastering these concepts will enhance understanding of both logarithms and decibels.
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logarithms and decibels please

Hi i need some good tutorials for the logarithmsI(especialy for logarithms with base 2)
and how i can calculate logarithms with base 2 when i have a simple calculator.
Also i need some decibel tutorials that can help me understand how i can perform calculations using decibels
 
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any kind of help please?
 
I did a google search on "logarithm tutorial" and got lots of good-looking hits. Do any of those help? (Just re-do the search, and include the quotes.)
 
Ok, I don't know about tutorials but log_a(x)=log_e(x)/log_e(a). If you don't like e you can substitute 10.
 
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