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x=log(3) 27 How do I figure this out? Thanks!
Hi Maria~
The base is 3. You might want to review the definition of a log but basically this translates into: 3 to what power gives back 27? So algebraically this is 3^x = 27. If you don't see what the answer is you should write the 27 as a power of 3 and 27 = 3^3 so what you really have is 3^x=3^3 and since your bases match you get x = 3. If you need further explanation do not hesitate to ask a follow up question.
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