SOLUTION: write as single logarithm ln (x-5)+ ln x

Algebra ->  Logarithm Solvers, Trainers and Word Problems -> SOLUTION: write as single logarithm ln (x-5)+ ln x      Log On


   

Question 601339: write as single logarithm ln (x-5)+ ln x
Answer by neatmath(302) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Use the properties of logs here:

ln%28x-5%29%2Bln%28x%29

ln%28%28x-5%29%2A%28x%29%29

ln%28x%5E2-5x%29

That's all there is to it.

In general,

log%28m%29%2Blog%28n%29=log%28m%2An%29

Similarly,

log%28m%29-log%28n%29=log%28m%2Fn%29

I hope this helps! :)

*******************************************************

Email Scott King: neatmath@yahoo.com for help with specific problems,

or to inquire about low-cost mathematics tutoring via email or other methods.

Paypal is always accepted for detailed assistance with single problems.

Single problems would range from 50 cents to 5 dollars each, depending on their complexity.