The logarithmic equation is .
Apply product property of logarithms: .
(Exponentiate both sides)
(Apply inverse property:
)
(Subtract 9 from each side)
(Factor left side by grouping)
(Set 1st factor equals 0)
(Set 2nd factor equals 0)
.
Logarithmic functions shoudnot take negative values.
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The solution of .