How do you simplify -8 + e^(lnx^3)? Precalculus Properties of Logarithmic Functions Logarithm-- Inverse of an Exponential Function 1 Answer P dilip_k May 27, 2016 (x-2)(x^2+2x+4) Explanation: -8 + e^(lnx^3) =-8 + e^(lnx^3) if (lnx^3)=z =>e^z=x^3 =-8 + e^(lnx^3) =-8 + e^z =-2^3 +x^3=(x-2)(x^2+2x+4) Answer link Related questions What is a logarithm? What are common mistakes students make with logarithms? How can a logarithmic equation be solved by graphing? How can I calculate a logarithm without a calculator? How can logarithms be used to solve exponential equations? How do logarithmic functions work? What is the logarithm of a negative number? What is the logarithm of zero? How do I find the logarithm log_(1/4) 1/64? How do I find the logarithm log_(2/3)(8/27)? See all questions in Logarithm-- Inverse of an Exponential Function Impact of this question 1976 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License