Math Problem Statement

lim x–infinity (2/x times sinx)

Solution

To evaluate the limit:

limx(2xsinx)\lim_{{x \to \infty}} \left( \frac{2}{x} \sin x \right)

We can approach this by analyzing each part of the expression:

  1. As xx \to \infty, 2x\frac{2}{x} approaches 0, because the denominator grows larger without bound.
  2. The function sinx\sin x oscillates between -1 and 1 for all values of xx, so it does not tend to a specific limit.

Therefore, we have a product of something approaching 0 and something bounded. The boundedness of sinx\sin x means that 2xsinx\frac{2}{x} \sin x is squeezed to 0 as xx \to \infty.

Thus, the limit is:

limx(2xsinx)=0\lim_{{x \to \infty}} \left( \frac{2}{x} \sin x \right) = 0

Would you like further clarification on any part of this? Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the Squeeze Theorem, and how is it applied in limits?
  2. How do oscillating functions like sine affect the behavior of limits?
  3. Can the limit of sinxx\frac{\sin x}{x} as xx \to \infty be generalized?
  4. What are common limits involving trigonometric functions?
  5. How do you evaluate limits involving products of small and oscillating functions?

Tip: When evaluating limits with oscillating functions, consider how boundedness and multiplication by vanishing factors (like 1x\frac{1}{x}) affect the result.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Trigonometric Functions
Asymptotic Behavior

Formulas

lim x→infinity (2/x * sin(x)) = 0
Squeeze Theorem

Theorems

Squeeze Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or Early College