Ratio, Proportion, Indices, LogarithmMCQMTP Dec 22 - Series IQuestion 965 of 305
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loga316\displaystyle \log_a \sqrt{3} - \frac{1}{6} find the value of a\displaystyle a

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A9\displaystyle 9
B81\displaystyle 81
C27\displaystyle 27
D3\displaystyle 3
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Correct Answer

Option c27\displaystyle 27

All Options:

  • A9\displaystyle 9
  • B81\displaystyle 81
  • C27\displaystyle 27
  • D3\displaystyle 3

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Detailed Solution & Explanation

The equation is loga3=16\displaystyle \log_a \sqrt{3} = \frac{1}{6}.

By definition of logarithm:

a1/6=3=31/2a^{1/6} = \sqrt{3} = 3^{1/2}

Raise both sides to the power 6:

a=(31/2)6=33=27a = (3^{1/2})^6 = 3^3 = 27

**The answer is (c) 27.**

About This Chapter: Ratio, Proportion, Indices, Logarithm

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Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude

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5-7 Marks

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Ratio, Proportion, Indices, Logarithms

This chapter covers Ratio, Proportion, Indices, Logarithms and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.

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