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This mathematics assignment explores exponential and logarithmic functions, detailing their definitions, differences, and applications. It includes tasks on simplifying logarithmic expressions, solving equations, and modeling exponential growth and decay, specifically in the context of cancer cell growth. The assignment emphasizes the significance of these functions in mathematical modeling through graphical representations and step-by-step solutions.

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This mathematics assignment explores exponential and logarithmic functions, detailing their definitions, differences, and applications. It includes tasks on simplifying logarithmic expressions, solving equations, and modeling exponential growth and decay, specifically in the context of cancer cell growth. The assignment emphasizes the significance of these functions in mathematical modeling through graphical representations and step-by-step solutions.

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Mathematics Assignment - Unit 5

Introduction
This assignment focuses on exponential and logarithmic functions, exploring their
properties, differences, and applications. It includes detailed explanations, step-by-step
solutions, graphical representations, and mathematical modeling.

Task 1: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions


1. **Definition and Relationship of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions:**

Exponential functions are defined as f(x) = a^x, where 'a' is a constant base and x is the
exponent. Logarithmic functions are the inverse of exponential functions, written as
log_a(y) = x, which means a^x = y.

2. **Differences Between Exponential, Logarithmic, and Power Functions:**

• Exponential functions grow by constant factors.


• Logarithmic functions grow at a decreasing rate.
• Power functions have polynomial growth patterns.

Graphing these functions will illustrate their distinct behaviors.

Task 2: Logarithmic Properties


Using logarithmic rules, we simplify expressions and solve equations:

1. **Simplification using Logarithmic Properties:**

log_6(216^x / 1296^x) * log_6 6 is simplified using logarithmic rules.

2. **Condensing Logarithmic Expressions:**

We apply logarithmic properties to combine terms into a single logarithm.

3. **Solving Exponential Equations:**

The given equation is solved using logarithmic transformations.

Task 3: Exponential Growth and Decay


Given that cancer cells increase by 2% annually, we construct a table of values and graph
the trend.

Year Cancer Cells


2019 236.91
2020 241.65
2021 246.48
2022 251.41
2023 256.44

Conclusion
This assignment demonstrated the importance of exponential and logarithmic functions in
mathematical modeling. The step-by-step solutions provided insights into their behavior
and applications.

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