log(x+y)=log x +log y, then x=
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log(x+y)=log x +log y, then x=
- A.
X=Y/Y-1
- B.
X=Y
- C.
X=Y-1
- D.
X=Y/2
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Correct answer: A
To solve for x, follow these algebraic steps:
Apply logarithmic properties: Use the product rule for logarithms, which states that log(a) + log(b) = log(ab).
The equation log(x+y) = log x + log y becomes:
log(x + y) = log(xy)
Equate the arguments: Since the logs on both sides have the same base, you can set the arguments equal to each other:
x + y = xy
Rearrange the terms to isolate x: Move all terms containing x to one side of the equation.
y = xy - x
Factor out x:
y = x(y - 1)
Solve for x: Divide both sides by (y - 1):
x = y / (y - 1)