Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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Chapter 12 - Exponential Functions and Logarithmic Functions - Review Exercises: Chapter 12 - Page 843: 39

Answer

The value of ${{\log }_{a}}\frac{2}{7}$ is $-3.2698$.

Work Step by Step

${{\log }_{a}}\frac{2}{7}$ Apply the quotient rule for logarithms, ${{\log }_{a}}\frac{2}{7}={{\log }_{a}}2-{{\log }_{a}}7$ Substitute ${{\log }_{a}}2=1.8301\text{ and }{{\log }_{a}}7=5.0999$ to solve. $\begin{align} & {{\log }_{a}}\frac{2}{7}=1.8301-5.0999 \\ & =-3.2698 \end{align}$ Thus, the value of the logarithm ${{\log }_{a}}\frac{2}{7}$ is $-3.2698$.
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