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Logarithmic Scale, Logarithms, Algebra II Instructional Video

Logarithmic Scale, Logarithms, Algebra II Instructional Video

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11:15

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15 mins

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2011

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Logarithmic Scale, Logarithms, Algebra II

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In this thought-provoking video, Sal shows how a typical linear scale is different from a logarithmic scale. He plots numbers on both scales and compares them to show why the logarithmic scale is useful. This video gives an intuitive explanation that is easy to follow.

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