Math Problem Statement

Identify the horizontal asymptote of f(x) = 3 over 5 x.

Solution

To identify the horizontal asymptote of the function f(x)=35xf(x) = \frac{3}{5x}, follow these steps:

  1. Express the Function: f(x)=35xf(x) = \frac{3}{5x}

  2. Analyze the Behavior as xx Approaches Infinity:

    • As xx approaches infinity (xx \to \infty), the term 35x\frac{3}{5x} becomes smaller and smaller, approaching zero.
  3. Horizontal Asymptote:

    • Therefore, as xx approaches infinity or negative infinity, f(x)f(x) approaches 0.

The horizontal asymptote of f(x)=35xf(x) = \frac{3}{5x} is y=0y = 0.

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Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the horizontal asymptote of f(x)=2xf(x) = \frac{2}{x}?
  2. How does the value of the numerator affect the horizontal asymptote in rational functions?
  3. What happens to the horizontal asymptote if the denominator has a higher degree than the numerator?
  4. Identify the vertical asymptote for f(x)=35xf(x) = \frac{3}{5x}.
  5. What is the horizontal asymptote for f(x)=5x2+37x22f(x) = \frac{5x^2 + 3}{7x^2 - 2}?
  6. How do you find horizontal asymptotes for exponential functions?
  7. Explain how to find the horizontal asymptote of f(x)=35x+2f(x) = \frac{3}{5x + 2}.
  8. Compare the horizontal asymptotes of f(x)=35xf(x) = \frac{3}{5x} and g(x)=5x3g(x) = \frac{5x}{3}.

Tip: Horizontal asymptotes show the behavior of a function as xx approaches infinity or negative infinity; they're key in understanding the long-term behavior of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Asymptotes
Rational Functions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High School