SOLUTION: how do i solve log2 1/8

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Question 288900: how do i solve log2 1/8
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, alegriajoy33:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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2^3 = 8
2^-3 = 1/8
log%282%2C1%2F8%29+=+-3

Answer by alegriajoy33(14) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
= 2^x=1/8
2^3=8 therefore 2^-3=1/8
X=-3
so your answer is -3