How do I simplify equations with ln(x + a)?

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In summary, the equation Ln((e^x)+1) = ln(e^x) + 1 is used to find the value of x that makes the equation true. The natural logarithm is used because it is the inverse of the exponential function e^x. The "+1" in the equation represents the addition of 1 to the value of e^x and is important for finding the solution. It is used in scientific research to solve for x in various situations, but it has limitations such as only being applicable for positive values of x and the need to check for extraneous solutions.
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Hi,

I have a problem solving equations involving for example: ln((e^x)+1) = ln(e^x) + 1
How do I simplify this expression, or any expression involving ln(x + a)
 
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If you rewrite the first equation as

[tex]
\ln{(e^x+1)} - \ln{e^x} = 1
[/tex]

you can use properties of logarithms to simplify the left side. Once that's done you should be able to proceed.
 
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Thanks, it helped!
 

FAQ: How do I simplify equations with ln(x + a)?

What does the equation Ln((e^x)+1) = ln(e^x) + 1 mean?

The equation Ln((e^x)+1) = ln(e^x) + 1 means that the natural logarithm of the sum of e^x and 1 is equal to the natural logarithm of e^x plus 1.

Why is the natural logarithm used in this equation?

The natural logarithm is used because it is the inverse of the exponential function e^x. This allows us to find the value of x that makes the equation true.

What is the significance of the "+1" in the equation?

The "+1" in the equation represents the addition of 1 to the value of e^x. This is important for finding the solution to the equation and is a result of the properties of logarithms.

How is this equation used in scientific research?

This equation is used in scientific research to solve for the value of x in various situations, such as in modeling population growth or decay.

Are there any limitations to using this equation?

One limitation of this equation is that it can only be used for values of x that make the expression inside the natural logarithm positive. Additionally, it is important to check for extraneous solutions when solving for x.

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