Math Problem Statement
lim(x -> (π/2)+) (1/x) sec(x)
Solution
The limit problem you're asking to solve is:
Step-by-Step Solution:
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Examine the behavior as :
- The secant function, , becomes undefined at , because .
- As (from the right-hand side), approaches 0 from the negative side (since cosine is negative in the second quadrant). Therefore, tends to .
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Analyze as :
- As approaches from the right, approaches some finite positive number (because is still positive).
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Combine the behavior:
- As , stays finite and positive, but tends to .
- Multiplying a positive number by gives .
Final Result:
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Related Questions:
- What happens to if (from the left)?
- How does the behavior of secant change in different quadrants of the unit circle?
- Can you use L'Hopital's Rule for this type of limit?
- What are the typical discontinuities of the secant function?
- What is the behavior of for values of near ?
Tip: Always check if the function inside a limit has discontinuities or singularities at the point you're evaluating the limit for accurate results.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Trigonometric Functions
Formulas
sec(x) = 1/cos(x)
Theorems
Limit Theorem for Trigonometric Functions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 or introductory college level