Question

Consider the equation log(3x - 1) = log28. Explain why 3x - 1 is not equal to 8. Describe the steps you would take to solve the equation, and state what 3x - 1 is equal to.

Answer 1

Explanation:

The bases are not the same, so you cannot set 3x - 1 equal to 8.

You can evaluate the logarithm on the right side of the equation to get 3.

You can use the definition of a logarithm to write 3x - 1 = 1000.

Answer 2

Consider the equation log(3x - 1) = log28. Explain why 3x - 1 is not equal to 8. Describe the steps you would take to solve the equation, and state what 3x - 1 is equal to

It is equal to 8 but you must justify why it is then solve for x