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Natural Logarithm

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Key Definition

The natural logarithm, $\ln x$, is defined for $x > 0$ and is the logarithm with base e, where $e \approx 2.718$.

Important Notes

The natural logarithm can be expressed as $\ln x = a \Leftrightarrow e^a = x$
Most scientific calculators have a dedicated $\ln$ button.
$\ln e = 1$ because $e^1 = e$
$\ln 1 = 0$ because $e^0 = 1$
The natural logarithm is used frequently in calculus and science.
The natural logarithm is defined only for $x > 0$.

Mathematical Notation

$\ln x$ denotes the natural logarithm of $x$

$e$ is the base of the natural logarithm and is approximately 2.718

$e^a = x$ is the exponential form equivalent of $\ln x = a$

$\ln(ab) = \ln a + \ln b$

Remember to use proper notation when solving problems

Why It Works

The natural logarithm $\ln x$ is the inverse of the exponential function $e^x$, allowing us to solve exponential equations.

Remember

The natural logarithm of a number is the power to which e must be raised to obtain that number.

Quick Reference

Exponential Form Conversion:$\ln x = a \Leftrightarrow e^a = x$

Understanding Natural Logarithm

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Beginner Explanation

The natural logarithm $\ln x$ is a way to find out how many times e must be multiplied by itself to get $x$.

Practice Problems

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Beginner

What is $\ln e$?

Real-World Problem

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Intermediate

Teenager Scenario

Imagine you have a bank account with continuous interest, modeled by $e^r = 2$. Find the rate $r$.

Thinking Challenge

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Intermediate

Think About This

Find the value of $x$ if $\ln(x^2) = 2$.

Challenge Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Advanced

Solve for $x$: $\ln(x^3) = 6$

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