Math Problem Statement

lim (3x / (x - 6)) as x approaches 6 from the right.

Solution

You have provided an expression to find the limit of 3xx6\frac{3x}{x-6} as xx approaches 6 from the positive side (notated as x6+x \to 6^+). Let's analyze and solve it.

Given the expression:

limx6+3xx6\lim_{x \to 6^+} \frac{3x}{x-6}

As xx approaches 6 from the right, the denominator x6x - 6 approaches a very small positive number since xx is slightly greater than 6. Hence, x6x - 6 is close to zero but positive.

For the numerator, 3x3x approaches 18 as xx approaches 6. Therefore, the fraction 3xx6\frac{3x}{x-6} will approach a very large positive number as the numerator is positive and the denominator is a small positive number close to zero.

Thus, the limit is:

limx6+3xx6=+\lim_{x \to 6^+} \frac{3x}{x-6} = +\infty

This implies that as xx approaches 6 from the right, the value of 3xx6\frac{3x}{x-6} increases without bound.

Would you like more details on this solution or have any questions? Here are some related questions you might find interesting:

  1. What would be the limit of 3xx6\frac{3x}{x-6} as xx approaches 6 from the left (x6x \to 6^-)?
  2. How would the limit change if it were 3xx+6\frac{3x}{x+6} as xx approaches 6?
  3. What is the behavior of the function 3xx6\frac{3x}{x-6} around values other than 6?
  4. Can you explain why the limit to the positive and negative side might differ?
  5. How do you find limits at infinity for similar rational functions?

Tip: Always consider the sign of the denominator when approaching a certain point, as it determines whether the limit heads towards positive or negative infinity, or if it exists at all.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Rational Functions
Asymptotic Behavior

Formulas

lim_{x \to 6^+} \frac{3x}{x - 6}

Theorems

Limit Definition for Rational Functions
Asymptotic Behavior as x approaches a vertical asymptote

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 (High School Calculus)