Indices, Logarithms And Surds

Bayani Gaba-gaba

Indices, logarithms, and surds are fundamental concepts in General Mathematics that play a crucial role in various calculations and problem-solving scenarios. Understanding these topics is essential for students to navigate through complex mathematical operations efficiently. This course material will delve deep into the intricacies of indices, logarithms, and surds, providing a comprehensive overview of their principles, applications, and interrelationships.

The primary objective of this course material is to equip students with the necessary skills to apply the laws of indices in calculations effectively. Indices, also known as exponents, govern the way numbers are raised to powers, leading to efficient computations across different numerical scenarios. By mastering the laws of indices, students will be able to simplify complex expressions, manipulate variables with ease, and solve equations involving powers and roots proficiently.

Furthermore, this course material aims to establish a clear relationship between indices and logarithms to enhance students' problem-solving abilities. Logarithms serve as powerful tools that help convert exponential equations into linear form, simplifying calculations and facilitating the solving of intricate mathematical problems. Understanding how logarithms and indices correlate enables students to tackle complex equations, evaluate functions, and analyze growth and decay processes effectively.

In addition to exploring indices and logarithms, this course material will focus on solving problems in different bases using logarithmic functions. Students will learn how to manipulate numbers across various number bases ranging from 2 to 10, understanding the significance of base transformations and their impact on mathematical operations. By mastering logarithmic computations in different bases, students will enhance their numerical fluency and problem-solving skills across diverse mathematical contexts.

Moreover, this course material will delve into the realm of surds, emphasizing the importance of simplifying and rationalizing these irrational numbers. Surds often appear in mathematical expressions involving roots and provide a unique challenge that requires careful manipulation to simplify and integrate seamlessly into calculations. By mastering basic operations on surds, students will develop the skills to simplify square roots, manipulate radical expressions, and solve equations involving irrational numbers efficiently.

Manufura

  1. Solve Problems In Different Bases In Logarithms
  2. Apply The Laws Of Indices In Calculation
  3. Perform Basic Operations On Surds
  4. Simplify And Rationalize Surds
  5. Establish The Relationship Between Indices And Logarithms In Solving Problems

Takardar Darasi

In this lesson, we will delve into the concepts of Indices, Logarithms, and Surds, which are fundamental topics in General Mathematics. Understanding these topics helps build a strong foundation for more advanced mathematical problems and applications. Each section will cover definitions, laws, and problem-solving techniques to help you master these concepts.

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  1. Simplify the expression \(4^{3} \times 4^{-2}\). A. \(16^{5}\) B. \(16\) C. \(\frac{1}{16}\) D. \(1\) Answer: C. \(\frac{1}{16}\)
  2. Solve for \(x\) in the equation \(2^{x} = 8\). A. \(2\) B. \(3\) C. \(4\) D. \(8\) Answer: B. \(3\)
  3. Evaluate \(\log_{2} 32\). A. \(4\) B. \(5\) C. \(3\) D. \(6\) Answer: B. \(5\)
  4. Simplify \(\sqrt{50}\). A. \(5\sqrt{2}\) B. \(10\sqrt{5}\) C. \(5\sqrt{10}\) D. \(25\) Answer: A. \(5\sqrt{2}\)
  5. If \(\log_{3} y = \frac{1}{2}\), then \(y\) is equal to: A. \(3\) B. \(\frac{3}{2}\) C. \(9\) D. \(\frac{9}{2}\) Answer: C. \(9\)
  6. Simplify \(\sqrt{75} + \sqrt{27}\). A. \(12\) B. \(11\) C. \(10\) D. \(9\) Answer: A. \(12\)
  7. If \(\log_{5} x = 2\), then \(x\) is equal to: A. \(25\) B. \(10\) C. \(125\) D. \(5\) Answer: A. \(25\)
  8. Evaluate \(\frac{2^3 \times 3^2}{2^2 \times 3^3}\). A. \(3\) B. \(\frac{3}{2}\) C. \(2\) D. \(\frac{2}{3}\) Answer: D. \(\frac{2}{3}\)
  9. Simplify \(\sqrt{128} - \sqrt{32}\). A. \(4\sqrt{2}\) B. \(6\sqrt{2}\) C. \(8\sqrt{2}\) D. \(10\sqrt{2}\) Answer: B. \(6\sqrt{2}\)
  10. If \(\log_{7} z = 2\), then \(z\) is equal to: A. \(14\) B. \(21\) C. \(49\) D. \(28\) Answer: C. \(49\)

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Tambaya 1 Rahoto

Evaluate log 18 + log6 - log16\(^{\frac{1}{2}}\)


Tambaya 1 Rahoto


(a) In the diagram, AB is a tangent to the circle with centre O, and COB is a straight line. If CD//AB and < ABE = 40°, find: < ODE. 

 (b) ABCD is a parallelogram in which |\(\overline{CD}\)| = 7 cm, I\(\overline{AD}\)I = 5 cm and < ADC= 125°.

(i) Illustrate the information in a diagram.

(ii) Find, correct to one decimal place, the area of the parallelogram.

(c) If x = \(\frac{1}{2}\)(1 - \(\sqrt{2}\)). Evaluate (2x\(^2\) - 2x).


Tambaya 1 Rahoto

Evaluate 5 3  log 2   ×  2 


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