JAMB Mathematics 2003 Question 1

Question 1

Logarithms

Evaluate log√24 + log½16 − log432

  1. A.−5.5
  2. B.−2.5
  3. C.2.5
  4. D.5.5
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (−2.5)

Explanation

log√24 = 4 because (√2)4 = 4; log½16 = −4; log432 = 5/2. So 4 − 4 − 2.5 = −2.5.