Problem #20: 2002-2003

Logarithmic Equations
 
(a) Find the solution(s) to the equation .
(b) Find the derivtaive of the equation with respect to y.

You may not use a graphing calculator • Difficulty:

Solution

(a) Begin by using logarithmic properties to rewrite the equation. Then factor the result and solve for y.

(b) According to the Power and Chain Rules:

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