SSEE- Different Base

Question 1

Step 2

Answer 1

Take the common logarithm or natural logarithm of each side.

Question 2

Step 3

Answer 2

Use the properties of logarithms to rewrite the problem.Specifically, use Property 5 which says loga xy = yloga x.

Question 3

Step 4

Answer 3

Divide each side by the logarithm.

Question 4

Step 5

Answer 4

Use a calculator to find the decimal approximation of the logarithms.

Question 5

Step 6

Answer 5

Finish solving the problem by isolating the variable.

Question 6

Step 1

Answer 6

Determine if the numbers can be written using the same base. If so, stop and use Steps for Solving an Exponential Equation with the Same Base. If not, go to Step 2.