Question

Hello. I need help with solving log6 129 on a calculator.

Answer 1

With the aid of a scientific calculator (most smart phones are equipped with one), you need to look out for the "LOG" button.

The button usually has the inscription shown as;

`\text{Log}_(10)`

Press the Second Function button and this key changes to;

`\text{Log}_y`

This second function button means,

"The log of x base y".

In this case it means, you take the log of 129, base 6.

The steps are;

`\begin{gathered} (1)\text{Press 129} \\ (2)\text{Press Second Function button} \\ (3)\text{Press 6} \\ (4)\text{Press the`