Math Problem Statement

State the value of each limit, if it exists. If it does not exist, enter 'DNE'. The graph of y = f(x) is given, and limits such as lim (x -> -3) f(x), lim (x -> 3+), and others are required.

Solution

Let's analyze the graph and solve the limits based on the function f(x)f(x).

  1. limx3f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to -3} f(x): As x3x \to -3, the function approaches a value from both sides. From the left and the right, the graph approaches f(x)=4f(x) = 4. So, limx3f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to -3} f(x) = 4

  2. limx3+f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 3^+} f(x) (right-hand limit as x3x \to 3): From the right of x=3x = 3, the graph approaches f(x)=5f(x) = 5, so limx3+f(x)=5\lim\limits_{x \to 3^+} f(x) = 5

  3. limx3f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 3} f(x): The left-hand limit of f(x)f(x) as x3x \to 3 approaches f(x)=2f(x) = 2, but the right-hand limit approaches f(x)=5f(x) = 5. Since the left and right limits are not equal, this limit does not exist (DNE). limx3f(x)=DNE\lim\limits_{x \to 3} f(x) = \text{DNE}

  4. limx2f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 2} f(x): As x2x \to 2, the graph approaches f(x)=3f(x) = 3 from both sides, so limx2f(x)=3\lim\limits_{x \to 2} f(x) = 3

  5. limx2+f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 2^+} f(x): As x2x \to 2 from the right, the graph again approaches f(x)=3f(x) = 3, so limx2+f(x)=3\lim\limits_{x \to 2^+} f(x) = 3

  6. limx4f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 4} f(x): As x4x \to 4, the graph approaches f(x)=4f(x) = 4 from both sides, so limx4f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to 4} f(x) = 4

  7. limx4+f(x)\lim\limits_{x \to 4^+} f(x): From the right of x=4x = 4, the graph approaches f(x)=4f(x) = 4, so limx4+f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to 4^+} f(x) = 4

Summary of Limits:

  • limx3f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to -3} f(x) = 4
  • limx3+f(x)=5\lim\limits_{x \to 3^+} f(x) = 5
  • limx3f(x)=DNE\lim\limits_{x \to 3} f(x) = \text{DNE}
  • limx2f(x)=3\lim\limits_{x \to 2} f(x) = 3
  • limx2+f(x)=3\lim\limits_{x \to 2^+} f(x) = 3
  • limx4f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to 4} f(x) = 4
  • limx4+f(x)=4\lim\limits_{x \to 4^+} f(x) = 4

Let me know if you'd like any clarifications!

Related Questions:

  1. What happens when a function has a jump discontinuity?
  2. How are left-hand and right-hand limits different from general limits?
  3. Can a limit exist if the function is undefined at that point?
  4. How do we define limits at infinity?
  5. What are some conditions for limits to not exist?

Tip: Always check the behavior of the function from both the left and right sides of a point to confirm if a limit exists.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Graphical interpretation of functions
Discontinuity in functions
Left-hand limit and right-hand limit

Formulas

Limit definition
Left-hand limit and right-hand limit definitions

Theorems

Existence of limits: A limit exists if and only if both the left-hand and right-hand limits are equal
Discontinuity: A jump discontinuity exists if the left and right limits are not equal at a point

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12, Calculus