Introduction to Topic 8.2 -Logarithmic Functions

This topic explores the inverse of the exponential function, called the logarithmic function. In this topic you will learn to identify the essential characteristics of logarithmic functions, and how to use these characteristics to graph the functions.

Essential Question(s):
What do the graphs of exponential and logarithmic functions look like?
How can you use a graphing calculator to examine exponential and logarithmic functions?
How can you convert between logarithmic and exponential forms of an equation with bases consisting of natural numbers?