Math Problem Statement

(-sin(x))/(x)

Solution

The given expression is:

sin(x)x\frac{-\sin(x)}{x}

This expression involves both trigonometric and rational functions. Its properties and behavior can be analyzed depending on the context, such as limits, derivatives, or integral evaluation. Here are a few important insights:


1. As x0x \to 0:

Direct substitution into the function is undefined because xx is in the denominator. However, the limit can be analyzed using L'Hôpital's Rule:

limx0sin(x)x\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{-\sin(x)}{x}

Differentiating the numerator and denominator:

[ \text{Numerator: } \frac{d}{dx}[-\sin(x)] = -\cos(x), \quad \text{Denominator: } \frac{d}{dx}[x] = 1 ]

So, the limit becomes:

limx0sin(x)x=limx0cos(x)=1\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{-\sin(x)}{x} = \lim_{x \to 0} -\cos(x) = -1

Thus:

limx0sin(x)x=1\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{-\sin(x)}{x} = -1


2. For Large xx (xx \to \infty or xx \to -\infty):

As xx \to \infty or xx \to -\infty, the numerator sin(x)-\sin(x) oscillates between -1 and 1, while xx grows without bound. This causes the fraction to approach 0:

limx±sin(x)x=0\lim_{x \to \pm\infty} \frac{-\sin(x)}{x} = 0


3. Derivative:

To compute the derivative of f(x)=sin(x)xf(x) = \frac{-\sin(x)}{x}, we use the quotient rule:

[ f'(x) = \frac{\big(x \cdot \frac{d}{dx}[-\sin(x)] - [-\sin(x)] \cdot \frac{d}{dx}[x]\big)}{x^2} ]

f(x)=xcos(x)+sin(x)x2f'(x) = \frac{-x\cos(x) + \sin(x)}{x^2}


4. Integral:

The integral of sin(x)x\frac{-\sin(x)}{x} does not have a simple closed-form solution. It is expressed using the special function called the Sine Integral (Si(x)\operatorname{Si}(x)):

sin(x)xdx=Si(x)+C\int \frac{-\sin(x)}{x} \, dx = -\operatorname{Si}(x) + C


5. Key Behavior Summary:

  • The function is undefined at x=0x = 0, but the limit exists (1-1).
  • It oscillates and decays towards zero as x|x| \to \infty.
  • It involves advanced mathematical tools for integral analysis.

Would you like to explore:

  1. A step-by-step application of L'Hôpital's Rule?
  2. Plotting the function's graph for better visualization?
  3. A deeper explanation of its integral?
  4. Numerical approximations for specific xx-values?
  5. The oscillatory behavior of the numerator sin(x)-\sin(x)?

Tip: When analyzing functions involving limits, always test for cases where the denominator approaches zero or infinity to identify potential singularities or asymptotic behavior.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Limits
Differentiation
Special Functions

Formulas

L'Hôpital's Rule: lim (x → 0) f(x)/g(x) = lim (x → 0) f'(x)/g'(x)
Quotient Rule for Derivatives: (u/v)' = (u'v - uv')/v^2
Special Function: Sine Integral Si(x)

Theorems

L'Hôpital's Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or College Level