Logarithm Basics

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What is the definition of a logarithm?

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A logarithm is the exponent to which a base must be raised to produce a given number. For example, in the expression log_b(a) = c, b^c = a.

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Rewrite the exponential equation 2^3 = 8 in logarithmic form.

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log_2(8) = 3.

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What is the change of base formula for logarithms?

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The change of base formula states that log_b(a) = log_k(a) / log_k(b) for any positive k.

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What is the value of log_10(100)?

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2, because 10^2 = 100.

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Rewrite log_3(81) = 4 in exponential form.

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3^4 = 81.

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What is the product rule for logarithms?

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The product rule states that log_b(m * n) = log_b(m) + log_b(n).

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What is the quotient rule for logarithms?

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The quotient rule states that log_b(m / n) = log_b(m) - log_b(n).

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What is the power rule for logarithms?

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The power rule states that log_b(m^n) = n * log_b(m).

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Rewrite log_5(25) in exponential form.

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5^2 = 25.

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What is the value of log_2(8)?

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3, because 2^3 = 8.

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