WAEC Further Mathematics 2013 Question 3

Question 3

Indices and Logarithms

Given that a5/6 × a−1/n = 1, solve for n.

  1. A.−6.00
  2. B.−1.20
  3. C.0.83
  4. D.1.20
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (1.20)

Explanation

a^(5/6 − 1/n) = a⁰, so 5/6 = 1/n and n = 6/5 = 1.20.