Math Problem Statement

provide a graduate level tricky question of algebra limits and continuity. questions should avoid the following: Asking for proof Asking multiple questions (e.g., Find the values of x such that ... Then find the value of y ...) Asking a problem that has either no solution or more than one solution

Solution

Certainly! Here's a graduate-level tricky question on limits and continuity:


Problem:

Let f(x)f(x) be a continuous function such that

limxaf(x)f(a)xa=2\lim_{x \to a} \frac{f(x) - f(a)}{x - a} = 2

for some aRa \in \mathbb{R}. Additionally, it is given that f(a)=2f'(a) = 2 and that ff is differentiable at every point in its domain.

Now, define a new function g(x)g(x) as follows:

g(x)=f(x)f(a)xag(x) = \frac{f(x) - f(a)}{x - a}

for xax \neq a, and g(a)=limxag(x)g(a) = \lim_{x \to a} g(x) if the limit exists.

Find the value of g(a)g(a).


This problem involves understanding the behavior of the difference quotient and continuity, and applying limits and the concept of differentiability.

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Related Questions:

  1. How does the concept of the difference quotient relate to the definition of the derivative?
  2. What is the connection between the limit of a function and its differentiability at a point?
  3. Can a function be continuous but not differentiable? Provide an example.
  4. What would happen if the given limit for f(x)f(x) at aa were not finite?
  5. How can we use the continuity of a function to determine its behavior at points of non-differentiability?

Tip: In problems involving limits and derivatives, remember that continuity and differentiability at a point imply specific behaviors of the function around that point. Use this knowledge to simplify your analysis.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Continuity
Differentiability
Difference Quotient

Formulas

Limit definition of derivative: \lim_{x \to a} \frac{f(x) - f(a)}{x - a} = f'(a)
Definition of continuity: \lim_{x \to a} f(x) = f(a)

Theorems

Definition of Derivative
Continuity Theorem
Differentiability Implies Continuity

Suitable Grade Level

Graduate Level