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If $\log _{10}(x+1)+\log _{10} 5=3$, then what is the value of $x$ ?
MathematicsSets and RelationsNDANDA 2009 (Phase 1)
Options:
  • A 199
  • B 200
  • C 290
  • D 300
Solution:
2662 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 199
Let $\log _{10}(x+1)+\log _{10} 5=3$
$\Rightarrow \log _{10} 5(x+1)=3 \quad(\because \log m+\log n=\log m n)$
초 $5(x+1)=10$
$\Rightarrow(x+1)=\frac{1000}{5}=200$
$\Rightarrow x=200-1=199$

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