Math Problem Statement

Find lim_{x→0}(2g(x)), where g(x) is a piecewise function given graphically.

Solution

We are asked to find limx0(2g(x))\lim_{x \to 0} \left( 2g(x) \right), based on the given graph of g(x)g(x).

Steps:

  1. Evaluate limx0g(x)\lim_{x \to 0} g(x):

    • As xx approaches 0 from both the left and right, the value of g(x)g(x) approaches 1, as indicated by the open circle at x=0x = 0 with g(0)=1g(0) = 1.
  2. Apply the constant multiple rule for limits:

    • Since limx0g(x)=1\lim_{x \to 0} g(x) = 1, we can use the constant multiple rule to find: limx0(2g(x))=2×limx0g(x)=2×1=2\lim_{x \to 0} \left( 2g(x) \right) = 2 \times \lim_{x \to 0} g(x) = 2 \times 1 = 2

Thus, the correct answer is B) 2.

Would you like further details or clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the formal definition of a limit?
  2. How do you compute limits for piecewise functions like g(x)g(x)?
  3. What happens when a limit approaches a point of discontinuity?
  4. How does multiplying by a constant affect the limit?
  5. How can we graphically determine the limit of a function?

Tip: When working with limits, always check if the function behaves the same from both the left and right sides of the point!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Functions
Graphical Interpretation

Formulas

lim_{x→0} (c * f(x)) = c * lim_{x→0} f(x)

Theorems

Constant Multiple Rule for Limits
Two-Sided Limit Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12