Questions: Use the definition of a logarithmic function to write the exponential equation as an equation involving a single logarithm
4^2=16
The equivalent equation involving a single logarithm is
(Type an equation. Do not simplify.)
Transcript text: Use the definition of a logarithmic function to write the exponential equation as an equation involving a single logarithm
\[
4^{2}=16
\]
The equivalent equation involving a single logarithm is $\square$
(Type an equation. Do not simplify.)
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify the Exponential Equation
The given exponential equation is
\[
4^{2} = 16
\]
Step 2: Convert to Logarithmic Form
To convert the exponential equation to logarithmic form, we identify the base, exponent, and result:
Base: \(4\)
Exponent: \(2\)
Result: \(16\)
Using the definition of a logarithm, we can express the equation as:
\[
\log_{4}(16) = 2
\]
Final Answer
The equivalent equation involving a single logarithm is