Math Problem Statement

Find \( \lim_{x \to \infty} f(x) \) using the graph provided.

Solution

The graph in the image appears to depict a function f(x)f(x) with key characteristics such as vertical asymptotes and its behavior as xx \to \infty. Based on the graph:

  • There is a vertical asymptote at x=3x = 3, where the function grows without bound.
  • Another asymptote seems to be at x=1x = -1, where the function also heads toward infinity.
  • The question asks to compute limxf(x)\lim_{x \to \infty} f(x), meaning the limit of f(x)f(x) as xx tends toward positive infinity.

Behavior as xx \to \infty:

From the graph, as xx \to \infty, the function f(x)f(x) seems to approach the horizontal asymptote y=4y = 4. This suggests that:

limxf(x)=4\lim_{x \to \infty} f(x) = 4

Thus, the limit is 44.

Would you like further clarification or additional details about limits and how they are calculated?

Here are five questions to extend your learning:

  1. What is a vertical asymptote, and how does it affect the behavior of the function?
  2. How can we determine the horizontal asymptote of a function?
  3. What is the formal definition of a limit as xx \to \infty?
  4. How does the graph suggest the behavior of the function at x=1x = -1 and x=3x = 3?
  5. Can we use algebraic methods to confirm horizontal asymptotes for rational functions?

Tip: When graphing functions, observe the behavior at infinity to determine the presence of horizontal asymptotes. This can help in predicting the long-term behavior of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Asymptotes
Graphical Analysis
End Behavior

Formulas

\lim_{x \to \infty} f(x) = L

Theorems

Limit Theorem for Horizontal Asymptotes

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 (Calculus Preliminaries)