Use the Properties of Logarithms to Evaluate $\ln e ^ { 15 } + \ln e ^ { 3 }$

question 50

Multiple Choice

Use the properties of logarithms to evaluate $\ln e ^ { 15 } + \ln e ^ { 3 }$ without a calculator.

• A)0
• B)5
• C) \(14.81\)
• D) \(10.27\)
• E)12

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