OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Exercise 4 · Algebra · Exponentials & logarithms
Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Exercise 4
Use logarithmic models in applications.
In 1906, San Francisco experienced an intense earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 on the Richter scale. In 1989, the Loma Prieta earthquake also affected the San Francisco area, and measured 6.9 on the Richter scale. Compare the intensities of the two earthquakes.
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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e · §6.7 Exponential and Logarithmic Models · Exercise 4
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