The Graph of a Logarithmic Function Is Given $f ( x ) = \log _ { 4 } x$

question 1

Multiple Choice

The graph of a logarithmic function is given. Select the function for the graph from the options.
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• A) \(f ( x ) = \log _ { 4 } x\)
• B) \(f ( x ) = - \log _ { 4 } x\)
• C) \(f ( x ) = \log _ { 4 } ( - x )\)
• D) \(f ( x ) = 1 - \log _ { 4 } x\)

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