Math Problem Statement
For the function f graphed in Figure 13, find the indicated limit or function value, or state that it does not exist:
(a) f(-3)
(b) f(3)
(c) lim x→-3+ f(x)
(d) lim x→-3- f(x)
(e) lim x→-3 f(x)
(f) lim x→3 f(x).
Solution
Let's solve the problem based on the information provided:
The problem involves evaluating certain values and limits from the graph of shown in Figure 13.
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- From the graph, at , there is a filled dot at .
- Therefore, .
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- At , there is an open circle at , meaning does not exist since there’s no defined value at that point.
- So, does not exist.
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- As approaches from the right, the function value approaches .
- Thus, .
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- As approaches from the left, the function value approaches .
- Therefore, .
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- Since , the two-sided limit does not exist.
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- As approaches from both the left and the right, approaches .
- Thus, .
Summary of Results:
- (a)
- (b) does not exist
- (c)
- (d)
- (e) does not exist
- (f)
Would you like a more detailed explanation of any of these answers?
Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:
- How does the existence of open or closed circles at certain points affect the limits and function values?
- Why does the limit at not exist if the left- and right-hand limits differ?
- How do you determine one-sided limits by looking at a graph?
- What is the significance of a function value not existing at a certain point, as in ?
- How would the answer change if there were a closed dot at on the graph?
Tip: When evaluating limits graphically, always check both the left-hand and right-hand behavior as approaches the point of interest.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Function Values
Left-hand and Right-hand Limits
Graph Interpretation
Formulas
One-sided limits
Two-sided limits
Theorems
Existence of Limits Theorem (two-sided limit exists if left-hand limit equals right-hand limit)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12