Inverse of a logarithmic function

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around finding the inverse of the function y = (3 - 4e^x) / (6 - 10e^x), which involves logarithmic properties and manipulation of exponential terms.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to manipulate the equation to isolate e but expresses uncertainty about their approach and understanding of logarithmic laws. Some participants suggest using logarithmic identities to simplify the equation, while others question the helpfulness of these hints.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different methods to approach the problem. Some guidance has been offered regarding the manipulation of terms, but there is no explicit consensus on the best path forward.

Contextual Notes

Participants are grappling with the laws of logarithms and the manipulation of exponential functions, indicating potential gaps in understanding these concepts. There is a repeated emphasis on the difficulty of isolating e in the equation.

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Homework Statement


Greetings everyone! I am having problems getting started with this question, which asks:

Find the inverse of y = \frac{3-4e^x}{6-10e^x}

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The Attempt at a Solution



I'm usually pretty good with these kinds of problems, but for some reason I seem to be unable to completely grasp this one. I can get one step and I'm not even sure that it's right.
y(6-10e^x) = 3-4e^x

After that I'm stuck. I can't seem to isolate e. Either I'm misunderstanding the law of logarithms or I just don't know. If someone could point me in the right direction, it would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Try using this :

log(y) = log \left(\frac{3-4e^x}{6-10e^x}\right)
 
So my next step would be to simplify the right side using log laws, yes?
log(y)=log(3-4e^x)-log(6-10e^x)

This seems wrong but it's the only way I know.
 
rollcast said:
Try using this :

log(y) = log \left(\frac{3-4e^x}{6-10e^x}\right)
I don't see that this is a helpful hint.
 
togame said:

Homework Statement


Greetings everyone! I am having problems getting started with this question, which asks:

Find the inverse of y = \frac{3-4e^x}{6-10e^x}

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



I'm usually pretty good with these kinds of problems, but for some reason I seem to be unable to completely grasp this one. I can get one step and I'm not even sure that it's right.
y(6-10e^x) = 3-4e^x


After that I'm stuck. I can't seem to isolate e. Either I'm misunderstanding the law of logarithms or I just don't know. If someone could point me in the right direction, it would be greatly appreciated.
Multiply out the left side, and then move all the terms with ex to the left side, and all the other terms to the right side. Finally, factor out ex and isolate it.
 
Ah I see it now. Don't know how I missed that before. Thanks for the help mark!
 

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