Evaluate log of 10^5

Problem

(log_)(10)

Solution

1. Identify the base of the logarithm. In mathematics, when a base is not specified for (log_)() it is generally assumed to be the common logarithm with base 10

2. Apply the definition of a logarithm, which states that (log_b)(bx)=x

3. Substitute the values into the identity where b=10 and x=5

4. Simplify the expression to find the exponent.

Final Answer

(log_)(10)=5

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