Mastering Exponential and Logarithmic Equations

Algebra 2 Grades High School 12:27 Video
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Lesson Description

A comprehensive lesson on solving exponential and logarithmic equations using various techniques, including one-to-one properties, changing forms, factoring, and identifying extraneous solutions.

Video Resource

Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations (Multiple Examples)

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Duration: 12:27
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Key Concepts

  • One-to-one property of exponents and logarithms
  • Converting between exponential and logarithmic forms
  • Condensing logarithmic expressions using properties of logarithms
  • Identifying and excluding extraneous solutions

Learning Objectives

  • Solve exponential equations by manipulating bases and using the one-to-one property.
  • Solve logarithmic equations using the one-to-one property and converting to exponential form.
  • Apply properties of logarithms to condense expressions and solve logarithmic equations.
  • Identify and eliminate extraneous solutions in logarithmic equations.
  • Factor and solve exponential equations.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by reviewing the definitions of exponential and logarithmic functions. Briefly discuss the inverse relationship between them. State the learning objectives for the lesson.
  • Video Presentation (20 mins)
    Play the YouTube video 'Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations (Multiple Examples)'. Encourage students to take notes on the different techniques presented. Pause at key points to clarify concepts and answer questions.
  • Guided Practice (20 mins)
    Work through additional examples similar to those in the video. Focus on the steps involved in each technique, such as manipulating bases, converting forms, condensing logarithms, and checking for extraneous solutions. Encourage student participation by asking them to solve steps of the problems. Present increasingly difficult problems that require multiple steps.
  • Independent Practice (15 mins)
    Assign practice problems for students to work on individually. Circulate to provide assistance as needed. Select a few students to present their solutions on the board.
  • Wrap-up and Assessment (10 mins)
    Review the key concepts covered in the lesson. Administer the multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank quizzes to assess student understanding.

Interactive Exercises

  • Base Manipulation Challenge
    Present students with exponential equations where they need to manipulate the bases to be the same before solving. Provide a list of common powers to help them.
  • Logarithmic Condensing Race
    Divide the class into teams and give each team a complex logarithmic expression to condense. The first team to correctly condense the expression wins.

Discussion Questions

  • What are the key differences between exponential and logarithmic equations?
  • How does the one-to-one property simplify solving certain exponential and logarithmic equations?
  • Why is it important to check for extraneous solutions when solving logarithmic equations?
  • How can factoring be used to solve exponential equations?

Skills Developed

  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Application of properties of exponents and logarithms

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which property allows you to directly equate the exponents when the bases are the same in an exponential equation?

Correct Answer: One-to-One Property

Question 2:

What is the exponential form of log₂8 = 3?

Correct Answer: 2³ = 8

Question 3:

Which of the following is equivalent to log(a) + log(b)?

Correct Answer: log(a * b)

Question 4:

Why is it important to check for extraneous solutions when solving logarithmic equations?

Correct Answer: To simplify the equation.

Question 5:

Solve for x: 2^(x+1) = 8

Correct Answer: x = 2

Question 6:

Solve for x: log₃(x) = 2

Correct Answer: x = 9

Question 7:

Which of the following is equivalent to log₂(16/4)?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 8:

Simplify ln(e^(5x))

Correct Answer: 5x

Question 9:

What is the value of x in the equation e^x = 1?

Correct Answer: 0

Question 10:

Solve for x: e^(2x) - e^x - 2 = 0

Correct Answer: x = ln(2)

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

The inverse operation of exponentiation is taking the ________.

Correct Answer: logarithm

Question 2:

If logₐ(x) = logₐ(y), then according to the one-to-one property, x = ________.

Correct Answer: y

Question 3:

When solving logarithmic equations, a solution that does not satisfy the original equation is called an ________ solution.

Correct Answer: extraneous

Question 4:

logₐ(mn) = logₐ(m) + logₐ(n) is the ________ property of logarithms.

Correct Answer: product

Question 5:

The change of base formula allows you to rewrite a logarithm in terms of a new ________.

Correct Answer: base

Question 6:

Solve for x: 5^x = 25. x = ________

Correct Answer: 2

Question 7:

Solve for x: ln(x) = 0. x = ________

Correct Answer: 1

Question 8:

logₐ(m/n) = logₐ(m) - logₐ(n) is the ________ property of logarithms.

Correct Answer: quotient

Question 9:

Solve for x: e^(2x) = e^6. x = ________

Correct Answer: 3

Question 10:

In the equation log₅(x-2) = 1, the value of x is ________

Correct Answer: 7

Educational Standards

A2.A.1.2:Use mathematical models to represent exponential relationships, such as compound interest, depreciation, and population growth. Solve these equations algebraically or graphically (including graphing calculator or other appropriate technology). A2.A.1.6:Solve common and natural logarithmic equations using the properties of logarithms. A2.F.1.4:Graph exponential and logarithmic functions. Identify the domain, range, asymptotes, and x- and y-intercepts using various methods and tools that may include calculators or other appropriate technology. Recognize exponential decay and growth graphically and algebraically.

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