Math Problem Statement

Determine the function values and limits based on the graph provided.

Solution

Let's analyze the graph and the corresponding questions. The task involves determining the function values and limits based on the given graph.

  1. f(1)f(1):

    • From the graph, when x=1x = 1, the value of the function f(x)f(x) is 2 (solid black dot at (1,2)(1, 2)).
  2. limx0f(x)\lim_{x \to 0^-} f(x) (left-hand limit as x0x \to 0):

    • Approaching from the left, as xx approaches 0, the graph seems to be approaching the value 1 (solid dot at (0,1)(0, 1)).
  3. limx5+f(x)\lim_{x \to 5^+} f(x) (right-hand limit as x5x \to 5):

    • As xx approaches 5 from the right, the graph approaches the value 3 (open circle at (5,3)(5, 3), so not defined exactly at 5, but approaches 3).
  4. limx5f(x)\lim_{x \to 5} f(x) (two-sided limit):

    • Approaching from the left as x5x \to 5^-, the value of the function approaches 2.
    • Approaching from the right as x5+x \to 5^+, the function approaches 3.
    • Since the left-hand and right-hand limits are not equal, the limit limx5f(x)\lim_{x \to 5} f(x) does not exist (DNE).

Summary of answers:

  • f(1)=2f(1) = 2
  • limx0f(x)=1\lim_{x \to 0^-} f(x) = 1
  • limx5+f(x)=3\lim_{x \to 5^+} f(x) = 3
  • limx5f(x)=DNE\lim_{x \to 5} f(x) = \text{DNE}

Would you like a detailed explanation of any specific step? Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the difference between left-hand and right-hand limits?
  2. Why does the two-sided limit not exist at x=5x = 5?
  3. How can we identify a discontinuity on a graph?
  4. What is the significance of open and closed dots in determining limits?
  5. How does a piecewise function influence the behavior of limits?

Tip: When checking limits graphically, always verify whether the left-hand and right-hand limits agree for the two-sided limit to exist.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function values
Limits
Graph interpretation
Left-hand and right-hand limits

Formulas

None explicitly, but uses the concept of limits and function evaluation

Theorems

Limit theorem
Piecewise function behavior
Discontinuity and limit existence

Suitable Grade Level

High School (Grades 9-12)