Express as a single logarithm and, if possible, simplify.
-ln ( 8x + 4) - 2 ln 2
A)ln ( 16(2x + 1))
B)ln ( 8x)
C) ln ( 2x + 2)
D) ln (2x + 1)

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Express as a single logarithm and, if possible, simplify.
-ln ( 8x + 4) - 2 ln 2
A)ln ( 16(2x + 1)) 
B)ln ( 8x)
C) ln ( 2x + 2)
D) ln (2x + 1)

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The expression ln(8x + 4) - 2 ln 2 can be rewritten using the properties of logarithms: ln(8x + 4) - ln(4) = ln((8x + 4)/4) = ln(2x + 1).

Express as a Single Logarithm And, If Possible, Simplify