Exponential and logarithmic relationships

Build and connect the representations and methods in exponential and logarithmic relationships.

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Build and connect the representations and methods in exponential and logarithmic relationships.

Learning goals
  • Model and interpret exponential and logarithmic relationships
  • Use logarithm laws with domain conditions
  • Formulate, use and interpret a mathematical model
Syllabus statements covered
  • Exponential and logarithmic functions a^x, e^x, log_a x, ln x and their graphs, including laws of logarithms, equivalence of y = a^x and x = log_a y, and change of base of logarithms • Simplifying expressions and solving simple equations involving exponential and logarithmic functions • Using exponential and logarithmic functions as models
  • Exponential and logarithmic functions a^x, e^x, log_a x, ln x and their graphs, including laws of logarithms, equivalence of y = a^x and x = log_a y, and change of base of logarithms
  • Simplifying expressions and solving simple equations involving exponential and logarithmic functions
  • Using exponential and logarithmic functions as models

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Exponentials, logarithms and domains

Use inverse graphs, valid bases and original argument conditions to solve exponential equations and interpret a decay model with a fixed background.

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