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Simplify using the product rule.

Read the idea, work independently, then explain what changed.

TOPIC 01

Exponential and logarithmic functions: mixed assessment

A mixed assessment: identify the method, justify it and revise your reasoning.

What you will be able to explain

  • Connect the chapter skills without relying on the order of the exercises.

Try it. Leave your reasoning visible.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Transfer#Your turn

Simplify using the product rule.

log⁡2512+log⁡28\log_2512+\log_2 8
  • Use the domain, units and sampling assumptions stated in the question.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Rewrite logarithms as exponent equations and check base and argument conditions.
Hint 2
Adding logarithms multiplies positive arguments.
Worked solution
  1. Rewrite logarithms as exponent equations and check base and argument conditions.

  2. Calculate or simplify this relation.

    log⁡2(512⋅8)=log⁡24096=12\log_2(512\cdot8)=\log_24096=12
  3. It does not correspond to adding the arguments.

The requested value is 12.

Checks and common pitfalls: It does not correspond to adding the arguments.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Focus on one question

Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Ask students to name the relevant condition before calculating.

Board plan

  • Compare valid methods and annotate their conditions.

Anticipated thinking

  • A correct final value may still hide a missing assumption.

Assessment checklist

  • Check the method, conditions, reasoning and interpretation separately.

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