I have this question on my homework ( I have the answer in the back of the book, but I need to know how to do it) it reads:

use the properties of logarithims to expand the expression as a sum, difference, and/or constand multipl of logarithims.
then I am given log(base 5)5x^2.

First off what is it asking? Secondly, can you show me in detailed step by step instructions on how to do it? (preferrably all in one comment? That's how I learn best!) Thanks for helping!

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I have this question on my homework ( I have the answer in the back of the book, but I need to know how to do it) it reads:

use the properties of logarithims to expand the expression as a sum, difference, and/or constand multipl of logarithims. 
then I am given log(base 5)5x^2. 

First off what is it asking? Secondly, can you show me in detailed step by step instructions on how to do it? (preferrably all in one comment? That's how I learn best!) Thanks for helping!

astrophysics · Answer

It's asking you to use the logarithm rules pretty much http://www.purplemath.com/modules/logrules.htm

anonymous · Answer

Thanks sooooo much for your help! I wish math books could just say what you said, it would make my life so much easier!

astrophysics · Answer

Anytime