In this video, we'll look at this tricky logarithmic equation and use some cool properties of logarithms to solve for x! For precalc problems like this, you'll need to know some timesaving tricks on your next exam, and we'll quickly solve this equation in just a few minutes WITHOUT a calculator! These tricks may seem like sorcery, but by the end of this video, you'll understand how to apply them and recognize when to use them. For more precalculus tips, calc ab exam prep, and general math mastery, be sure to become a number ninja by SMASHING that subscribe button! Enjoy!

0:00 Introduction
0:11 Taking the Log
1:30 Using One Log Trick
2:14 Another Log Trick
3:12 Log Reciprocal Trick
4:10 Changing the Log Base