SOLUTION: Hi, I have a Question: If log x = 2log y, then x= This is the answer: y^2 But I dont know how to get that. Thanks!

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Question 604730: Hi, I have a Question:
If log x = 2log y, then x=
This is the answer: y^2
But I dont know how to get that.
Thanks!

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If log x = 2log y, then x=
This is the answer: y^2
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log(x) = log(y^2)
x = 10^[log(y^2)]
Note: This says "10 is raised to the power of 10 that gives y^2"
Therefore:
x = y^2
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Cheers,
Stan H.