Solve x in [0,2π]: Logs Homework Help

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In summary, to solve for x in the interval [0,2pi], you can use the equation 2cos(x/3)=LnX. This can be simplified to x=e^(Ln3)+Lne^2-5Ln1, which can then be solved for x to equal 5. Additionally, to find the relative maximum value of the function y=(LnX)/X and the domain of the function Ln(X^2-1), you can find the derivative of the function and set it to zero to determine the location of the relative maximum. Then, use that value of x to find the corresponding value of the function.
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How do I solve for x in the interval [0,2pi]:
2cos(x/3)=LnX


Here's what I got:

2(.5)=LnX
1=LnX
e^(1)=x
x=2.718
is this correct?


If x=e^(Ln3)+Lne^2-5Ln1
what is x?
x=3+2-0=5
is this correct?
 
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Was that supposed to be [itex]\cos \frac {\pi}{3}[/itex]?
 
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yes sorry, that is 2cos(pi/3)=LnX
 
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In that case, good job!
 
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how do I find the relative maximum value of the function y=(LnX)/X and the domain of the function Ln(X^2-1)?
 
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Just find the derivative of the function and set it to zero.
 
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for the domain or for the max value?
 
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That will give you the location of the relative maximum (you can verify that it is a maximum as opposed to a minimum). Then use that value of x that you find to determine the value of the function at that point.
 

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A logarithm is the inverse function of an exponential function. It is used to solve equations where the variable is in the exponent.

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