Question

solve for x in
log6x + log 3=1

Answer 1

Recall that the sum of logs is the product of their arguments:

\[log(a) + log(b) = log(a\cdot b)\]

So in this case, how can we rewrite log6x + log 3?

Answer 2

is the base 10?

Answer 3

hello polpak!

Answer 4

If the base isn't specified it's usually assumed to be 10.

Answer 5

you are still green i see.

Answer 6

yes i have made that assumption before. then it turned out i was wrong

Answer 7

Yes, but it is fortunately not a function of my health ;)

Answer 8

;)

Answer 9

i think these problems are posted, then the person who posts goes for lunch and comes back expecting an answer!

Answer 10

Well, since the user abandoned the question anyway I suppose we'll never know ;)

Answer 11

Often they are right in that assumption (unfortunately).