Write Ln(s⁵) + Ln(s⁶) + Ln(s) as a Single Logarithm

question 24

Short Answer

Write ln(s⁵) + ln(s⁶) + ln(s) as a single logarithm. Assume s represents numbers for which the logarithms are defined.

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The series of steps taken by businesses at the end of an accounting year to close out books, including reconciling accounts and preparing financial statements.

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