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1.5.3 Exponentials and logarithms

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In aba^bab, which quantity is the base and which is the exponent?

A

A negative exponent gives a reciprocal: a−n=1an\boxed{a^{-n}=\frac{1}{a^n}}a−n=an1​​.

B

Base: aaa; exponent: bbb.

C

Since 1x=11^x=11x=1 for every xxx, the exponent is not unique.

D

The vertical asymptote of y=log⁡axy=\log_a xy=loga​x is x=0\boxed{x=0}x=0​.

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1.5.3 Exponentials and logarithms Flashcards

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22 flashcards on CCEA A Level Maths 1.5.3 Exponentials and logarithms: the key formulae, methods and definitions you need to recall for AS 1, AS 2, A2 1 and A2 2.

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