Solving Logarithmic Equations Using Technology — Quiz
Question 7 • Mathematics III
What is the approximate value of q in the equation? q plus the log base 2 of 6 is equal to 2 q plus 2
Answer
A
3 point 0 7 9
B
negative 1 point 5 2 2
C
negative 1 point 6 1 3
D
0 point 5 8 5
Explanation
Subtract q and 2 from both sides to get q = log₂(6) − 2. Since log₂(6) is approximately 2.585, q is approximately 0.585, which matches choice B, 0.585.
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