LOG

Syntax:

LOG ( x [ , base ] )

Description: Computes the logarithm of x to the base base.

Arguments:

Name

Type

Description

x

number

The positive real number for which the logarithm is being computed.

base

number

The base of the logarithm. If omitted, base 10 is assumed.

Return Type and Value: number – The logarithm of x.

However, if

  • x is zero or negative, #NUM! is returned.

  • base is zero or negative, #NUM! is returned.

example: