General Mathematics

Quarter 1 – Module 17:

Introduction to
Logarithmic Functions
General Mathematics – Grade 11
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 17: Introduction to Logarithmic Functions
First Edition, 2020

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General Mathematics
Quarter 1 – Module 17:
Introduction to
Logarithmic Functions

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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the General Mathematics – Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode

(ADM) Module on Introduction of Logarithmic Function!

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For the learner:

Welcome to the General Mathematics – Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode

(ADM) Module on Introduction to Logarithmic Function!

Logarithmic function is the other approach of dealing with exponents.

Logarithms and exponents basically help us to easily get the idea of very large value
of a certain number. That is why, unconsciously, we are using them in our everyday
lives specifically in measurements and data statistics. Hopefully, we can provide you
a clearer idea of how logarithms are vital for all of us.

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 What I Need to Know

Base and exponent are two common terminologies that we often encounter in

algebra. These terms are the very vital parts of logarithms. What are logarithms all

about? In simplest idea, it refers to the number of times a number must be multiplied

to come up with another number.

Today’s Lesson will enable you to:

1. represent real-life situations using logarithmic functions;

(M11GM-Ih-1)

2. distinguish logarithmic function, logarithmic equation, and

logarithmic inequality. (M11GM-Ih-2)

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 What I Know

A. YES or NO. Write Yes if the statement is correct and NO if not.

1. ____ One thousand is also equal to 10 .
2. ____ The power of 12 is commonly known as trillion.
3. ____ Logarithmic function has nothing to do with powers of 10.
4. ____ Richter Scales and Decibels make use of logarithms.
5. ____ Logarithms are used to measure the chemical property of
substance in terms of its pH value.

B. Which is which? Encircle LF for Logarithmic Function, LE for

Logarithmic Equation and LI for Logarithmic Inequality.

1) LF LE LI 6) LF LE LI

𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝒙 + 𝟏) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝟑 − 𝒙) + 𝟓 𝒈(𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒙 𝟐

2) LF LE LI 7) LF LE LI

𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟏𝟏𝟗 (𝟑 + 𝟐𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟏𝟏𝟗 𝒙 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟏𝟏𝟑 𝟑𝒙𝟐 − 𝟗 = 𝒉(𝒙)

3) LF LE LI 8) LF LE LI
𝒇(𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟓 𝟓𝒙 − 𝟐 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟑 (𝟏 − 𝒙) ≤ 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟑 𝟐 − (𝒙 + 𝟐)

4) LF LE LI 9) LF LE LI

𝒍𝒏 𝒙 > 𝟏. 𝟓 −𝟑 ≥ 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟓 𝟑𝒙𝟐 + 𝟏

10) LF LE LI
5) LF LE LI
𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒙 𝟑 = 𝟏𝟐𝟓
𝟒 = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟕 (𝟐𝒙 − 𝟏) + 𝟑

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 Lesson

1 Logarithmic Functions

In mathematics, there are lots of opposites. The opposite of addition is

subtraction while the counterpart of multiplication is division. Logarithms are the
inverses of exponents.

Functions, Equations and Inequalities are three different things in

mathematics. When combined with logarithms, what concept do you think will be
made up? Let’s figure it out in our today’s lesson.

What’s In

Write ONE WORD that corresponds to the following terms:

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 Notes to the Teacher
This module aims to help learners have a clear idea on
logarithmic functions, equations and inequality. The different
activities were provided to help learners master the basic concepts
for logarithmic functions

What’s New
Let us sing this song together.

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 What is It
 Who is the proponent of
Logarithm?
Answer: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
 This Scottish mathematician
invented Logarithm in the 17th
century as a tool for calculation.
 It came from two Greek Word
o __ __ __ __ __ which means
Ratio, and
o __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
meaning Numbers
 What is LOGARITHM?
o Logarithm is a tool which
shows how many times you
have to multiply a certain
number.

Let us observe what makes Logarithmic function different from logarithmic

equation and logarithmic inequality. Be guided with the following concepts.

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Consider the following examples:

1. 𝒇(𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟓 𝟓𝒙 − 𝟐  is Logarithmic Function

2. 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝒙 + 𝟏) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝟑 − 𝒙) + 𝟓  is Logarithmic Equation

3. −𝟑 ≥ 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟓 𝟑𝒙𝟐 + 𝟏  is a Logarithmic Inequality

Activity 1. Fill in the Blanks

1. 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝒙 − 𝟑) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟐 (𝒙 + 𝟏) Logarithmic ______________

2. 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟕 (𝟐𝒙 + 𝟑) ≤ 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟕 𝒙𝟐 − 𝟓 Logarithmic ______________
3. 𝒈(𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟕 𝒙𝟐 − 𝟓 − 𝟏 Logarithmic ______________
4. 𝑯(𝒙) = 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝑿 𝟐 Logarithmic ______________
5. 𝟖𝟏 ≥ 𝒍𝒐𝒈𝟑 (𝑿 − 𝟏) Logarithmic ______________

What’s More

Activity 2. Match the logarithms by drawing a line to connect each other.

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Activity 3. Classify the logarithms using the table.

𝑙𝑜𝑔 (3 − 𝑥) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔 2𝑥 𝑔(𝑥) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔 2𝑥

𝑙𝑜𝑔 (𝑥 − 7) > 3 3 𝑙𝑜𝑔 (4𝑥 − 3) ≤ 7.5
𝑙𝑜𝑔 (3𝑥 + 4) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔 2𝑥 − 𝑏 2 𝑙𝑜𝑔 (5𝑥 − 2) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔 2
𝑙𝑜𝑔 3 = 𝑦 ℎ(𝑥) = 𝑙𝑜𝑔 𝑥
𝑙𝑜𝑔 (𝑥 + 8) < 𝑙𝑜𝑔 2𝑥 − 1 𝑙𝑜𝑔 (𝑥 + 1) ≠ 𝑙𝑜𝑔 (1 − 𝑥)

LOGARITHMIC LOGARITHMIC LOGARITHMIC

FUNCTION EQUATION INEQUALITY

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 What I Have Learned

To easily distinguish logarithmic function, equation and inequality, one must

remember

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 What I Can Do

Try to guess how we use LOGARITHMS in the real world.

What do you think are the processes involved to arrive with those scales?
We’ll see in the next lessons. So, stay tune!

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 Assessment

Test I. Write LOG if it shows the real-life situations of logarithm, if not, write NOT
LOG.

_____________ 1. Show relationship of 2 variables

_____________ 2. In measuring the power of hydrogen or pH level

_____________ 3. To give accurate safety index in statistics

_____________ 4. Binary Search

_____________ 5. To solve the loan of an employee

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Test II. Enclose each logarithm using the following shapes that corresponds them.

Logarithmic Logarithmic Logarithmic

FUNCTION EQUATION INEQUALITY

Additional Activities

Make a collage of where we can see the use of logarithmic functions in our society.
You can use pictures from printed materials or search it online. Have fun in
discovering the world of logarithms.

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Assessment What’s More
I. A.
1. NOT LOG
2. LOG
3. LOG
4. LOG
5. NOT LOG
II.
B.
What Is It What I Know
A. 1. YES
Did you know? 2. YES
John Napier 3. NO
Logos 4. YES
Arithmos 5. YES
B. 1. LE
Activity 1 2. LE
EQUATION 3. LF
INEQUALITY 4. LI
FUNCTION 5. LE
FUNCTION 6. LF
INEQUALITY 7. LF
8. LI
9. LI
10. LE
Answer Key
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