Recognizing Power of 4: We recognize that 16 is a power of 4, specifically 4 squared.Calculation: 16=42Math error check:
Using Change of Base Formula: We can use the change of base formula for logarithms, which states that log(b)log(a)=logb(a).Calculation: log(4)log(16)=log4(16)Math error check:
Substituting in Logarithm: Now we substitute 16 with 42 in the logarithm.Calculation: log4(42)Math error check:
Simplifying Expression: Using the property of logarithms that logb(bx)=x, we can simplify the expression.Calculation: log4(42)=2Math error check:
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