Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
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Chapter 12 - Exponential Functions and Logarithmic Functions - 12.4 Properties of Logarithmic Functions - 12.4 Exercise Set - Page 810: 20

Answer

$\dfrac{1}{2}\log_{10} y$

Work Step by Step

Using $\log_b x^a=a\log_b x$ (or the logarithm of a power), the given logarithmic equation, $ \log_{10} y^{1/2} ,$ is equivalent to \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} \dfrac{1}{2}\log_{10} y .\end{array}
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