SOLUTION: How can I write the expression as a logarithm of a single quantity for the following exercise. 1/2ln(x)+4ln(y)-3ln(z) Thanks, Leidy

Question 272850: How can I write the expression as a logarithm of a single quantity for the following exercise.
1/2ln(x)+4ln(y)-3ln(z)
Thanks,
Leidy
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given expression.

Use the identity

Convert to radical notation.

Combine the first two logs using the identity

Rearrange the terms.

Combine the logs using the identity

So where each variable is greater than zero.
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