Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let's analyze the mathematical content from the image. We have the following inequality for , a function of :
The goal is to find the constant so that the Squeeze Theorem can be applied to find the limit of as approaches 32.
Step-by-step process:
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Apply the Squeeze Theorem: According to the Squeeze Theorem, if we have a function and both and approach the same limit as approaches some value, then .
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Lower and Upper Bound Functions: The lower bound is , and the upper bound is . We need to compute the limits of both bounding functions as .
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Limit of the Upper Bound:
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Limit of the Lower Bound: Plugging into the expression: For the Squeeze Theorem to hold, this limit must also equal (the same as the upper bound).
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Solve for : Set the lower bound equal to and solve for : Multiply both sides by 30: Divide by 32:
Thus, the correct value of is , not 30 as indicated in the image.
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Here are some related questions for further practice:
- How does the Squeeze Theorem work when one of the bounds tends to infinity?
- What happens if the limits of the bounding functions don't match?
- Can the Squeeze Theorem be applied if one of the bounding functions has a discontinuity?
- How does changing the value of affect the behavior of ?
- What other methods can be used to find the limit of as besides the Squeeze Theorem?
Tip: When applying the Squeeze Theorem, always verify that both bounds approach the same limit before concluding the behavior of the function.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Squeeze Theorem
Algebra
Formulas
Limit of (Ax / (x - 2)) as x approaches 32
Limit of (x - 512) as x approaches 32
Theorems
Squeeze Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
College Level Calculus