SOLUTION: Write the expression as a single logarithm and leave the answer in simplest form with negative or fractional exponents. 5 log(base of a)b+2 log(base of a)c-4 log(base of a)d-3 l

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Question 617383: Write the expression as a single logarithm and leave the answer in simplest form with negative or fractional exponents.
5 log(base of a)b+2 log(base of a)c-4 log(base of a)d-3 log(base of a)e.
I don't even know where to start on this. Im taking an online math class and its so hard trying to understand logarithmic equations. If you are able to help me, I would be very grateful. Thank you for your time.

Answer by scott8148(6628)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
the rule is ___ p logq(r) = logq(r^p) ___ and, adding logs is multiplying; subtracting logs is dividing

loga{[(b^5) * (c^2)] / [(d^4) * (e^3)]}

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