Q. Evaluate. Round your answer to the nearest thousandth.log550= ____
Assuming base 10 logarithm: To solve for log(550), we can use a scientific calculator or logarithm table. Since the base is not specified, we assume it is base 10 (common logarithm).
Using a scientific calculator: Using a scientific calculator, we input 550 and press the log button to find the value of log(550).
Finding the value of log(550): The calculator shows the value of log(550) as approximately 2.74036268949424.
Rounding to the nearest thousandth: We need to round this value to the nearest thousandth. To do this, we look at the fourth decimal place, which is a 6. Since it is 5 or greater, we round the third decimal place up from 2 to 3.
Final rounded value of log(550): Therefore, the rounded value of log(550) to the nearest thousandth is 2.740.
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