The logarithmic equation is
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Apply product property of logarithms:
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(Exponentiate both sides)
(Apply inverse property:
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(Subtract 9 from each side)
(Factor left side by grouping)
(Set 1st factor equals 0)

(Set 2nd factor equals 0)
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Logarithmic functions shoudnot take negative values.
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