Math Problem Statement
Evaluate the limit: lim (x -> 0) sin(x)/x
Solution
The image you uploaded shows a limit expression for a trigonometric function:
This is a well-known limit that evaluates to 1. The limit:
This result is important in calculus and can be derived using L'Hopital's Rule, series expansion, or geometric reasoning.
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Here are a few questions you could explore:
- How can L'Hopital's Rule be used to evaluate this limit?
- What is the significance of the result in calculus?
- How does the small angle approximation of help in evaluating the limit?
- What are other trigonometric limits that are commonly used in calculus?
- How can we use this limit to evaluate limits of other trigonometric functions?
Tip: Whenever you encounter indeterminate forms like , L'Hopital's Rule or series expansion can often simplify the problem.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Calculus
Limits
Formulas
lim (x -> 0) sin(x)/x = 1
Theorems
L'Hopital's Rule
Small Angle Approximation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12