Use Properties of Logarithms to Expand the Logarithmic Expression as Much

question 31

Multiple Choice

Use properties of logarithms to expand the logarithmic expression as much as possible. Where possible, evaluate
logarithmic expressions without using a calculator.
- $\ln \sqrt { \frac { x } { y } }$

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 2 } \ln x - \ln y\)
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 2 } \ln \left( \frac { x } { y } \right)\)
• C) \(\frac { 1 } { 2 } \ln x - \frac { 1 } { 2 } \ln y\)
• D) \(\ln \sqrt { x } - \ln \sqrt { y }\)

Understand how to record the gain or loss on disposal of an asset in financial statements.

Identify and describe the concepts of accumulated depreciation and contra asset accounts.

Calculate depreciation expenses using units-of-production and other methods.

Distinguish between capital and revenue expenditures.

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