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- where \begin{cases} -2x^2 + 4 & \text{for } x \leq -1 \\ 3x + 5 & \text{for } x > -1 \end{cases}$$
Let's go through each one step by step:
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First, factor the numerator: Cancel out the common factor : Thus, the limit is 3.
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Factor the numerator: So, the expression becomes: Since direct substitution does not result in any indeterminate form (like 0/0), we can directly substitute : Thus, the limit is .
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Substitute into the expression: This is an indeterminate form, so we need to simplify. Let's multiply by the conjugate of the numerator: Simplify the numerator: Now, factor the denominator: The expression becomes: Cancel out : Thus, the limit is .
4. , where
\begin{cases} -2x^2 + 4 & \text{for } x \leq -1 \\ 3x + 5 & \text{for } x > -1 \end{cases}$$ We need to check the left-hand and right-hand limits separately: - Left-hand limit ($$x \to -1^-$$): $$\lim_{x \to -1^-} f(x) = \lim_{x \to -1^-} (-2x^2 + 4) = -2(-1)^2 + 4 = -2 + 4 = 2$$ - Right-hand limit ($$x \to -1^+$$): $$\lim_{x \to -1^+} f(x) = \lim_{x \to -1^+} (3x + 5) = 3(-1) + 5 = -3 + 5 = 2$$ Since both the left-hand and right-hand limits are equal, the overall limit is **2**. --- Would you like further clarification or more detailed steps? Here are 5 follow-up questions you can explore: 1. How would you handle a limit problem involving infinity? 2. What is L'Hopital's Rule and when can it be applied to limits? 3. Can you derive limits for piecewise functions where limits differ on both sides? 4. How would you simplify more complex limits involving trigonometric functions? 5. How do limits relate to the concept of continuity in a function? **Tip:** When you encounter indeterminate forms like $$\frac{0}{0}$$, consider using techniques like factoring, rationalizing, or applying L'Hopital's Rule to simplify the expression.Ask a new question for Free
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Factoring
Piecewise Functions
Rationalization
Formulas
lim (x -> a) (f(x) / g(x)) = f'(x) / g'(x) when indeterminate form (L'Hopital's Rule)
Factoring algebraic expressions
Conjugates for rationalizing expressions
Theorems
L'Hopital's Rule
Limit Laws
Continuity and Limits for Piecewise Functions
Suitable Grade Level
High School - Calculus