Math Problem Statement

Estimate the limits numerically for the given exercises and complete the tables for the functions. Determine whether the limit can be reached.

Solution

It looks like you’ve uploaded a problem that involves estimating limits numerically. The table includes values for xx and corresponding values of f(x)f(x) for each of the following limits. I'll walk you through the steps for solving the exercises shown in the image.

Exercise 7: limx2(5x+4)\lim_{x \to 2} (5x + 4)

You can estimate the limit by plugging in values of xx close to 2 and observing the behavior of f(x)f(x). Let's fill in the table for x=1.9,1.99,1.999,2,2.001,2.1x = 1.9, 1.99, 1.999, 2, 2.001, 2.1.

Solution:

  • For each xx, substitute into the function f(x)=5x+4f(x) = 5x + 4 and compute the corresponding values of f(x)f(x).
  • As xx approaches 2, the function should approach 5(2)+4=145(2) + 4 = 14.

Exercise 8: limx1(2x2+x4)\lim_{x \to 1} (2x^2 + x - 4)

Similarly, estimate the limit for values close to x=1x = 1.

Solution:

  • Plug in x=0.9,0.99,0.999,1.001,1.1x = 0.9, 0.99, 0.999, 1.001, 1.1 into the function f(x)=2x2+x4f(x) = 2x^2 + x - 4.
  • As xx approaches 1, compute the corresponding values of f(x)f(x).

Exercise 9: limx1x+1x2x2\lim_{x \to 1} \frac{x + 1}{x^2 - x - 2}

This is a rational function, so as xx approaches 1, observe the behavior near this value.

Solution:

  • Substitute x=1.1,1.01,1.001,1,0.999x = -1.1, -1.01, -1.001, -1, -0.999 into the function f(x)=x+1x2x2f(x) = \frac{x + 1}{x^2 - x - 2}.
  • Observe the values of f(x)f(x) to estimate the limit.

Exercise 10: limx0sin(2x)x\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\sin(2x)}{x}

This involves a sine function, and it's typically useful for understanding limits involving trigonometric functions.

Solution:

  • Substitute x=0.1,0.01,0.001,0,0.001x = -0.1, -0.01, -0.001, 0, 0.001 into f(x)=sin(2x)xf(x) = \frac{\sin(2x)}{x}.
  • As xx approaches 0, estimate the limit.

Would you like me to compute the exact values for these limits or provide a more detailed breakdown for one of the exercises? Let me know if you'd like further assistance with any of these!


Here are some related questions you could explore:

  1. How does the behavior of f(x)f(x) change as we get closer to the value for each exercise?
  2. How can you recognize when a limit does not exist numerically?
  3. What happens if you directly substitute x=2x = 2 into the expression for exercise 7?
  4. Can limits involving rational functions have undefined values? How do you handle such cases?
  5. How does the small-angle approximation for sine relate to limits like exercise 10?

Tip: Always check if the function is continuous around the point of interest, as this can help predict the behavior of the limit.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Numerical Estimation
Rational Functions
Trigonometric Limits

Formulas

f(x) = 5x + 4
f(x) = 2x^2 + x - 4
f(x) = (x + 1) / (x^2 - x - 2)
f(x) = sin(2x) / x

Theorems

Limit Theorem
Sine Function Approximation
Rational Function Limits

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12