Math Problem Statement

lim x → 0

3 x 2 − 5 x sin 3 x

Solution

To find the limit

limx03x25xsin(3x)x\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{3x^2 - 5x \sin(3x)}{x}

we can first simplify the expression. Dividing each term in the numerator by xx gives us:

limx0(3x5sin(3x))\lim_{x \to 0} \left(3x - 5\sin(3x)\right)

As xx approaches 00, we can use the Taylor series expansion for sin(3x)\sin(3x):

sin(3x)3x(3x)36+O(x5)=3x27x36+O(x5)\sin(3x) \approx 3x - \frac{(3x)^3}{6} + O(x^5) = 3x - \frac{27x^3}{6} + O(x^5)

Substituting this back into the limit gives:

3x5(3x27x36)=3x15x+135x36=12x+135x363x - 5\left(3x - \frac{27x^3}{6}\right) = 3x - 15x + \frac{135x^3}{6} = -12x + \frac{135x^3}{6}

As x0x \to 0, both terms approach 00. So we evaluate:

limx0(12x+O(x3))=0\lim_{x \to 0} (-12x + O(x^3)) = 0

Thus, the limit is:

limx03x25xsin(3x)x=0\lim_{x \to 0} \frac{3x^2 - 5x \sin(3x)}{x} = 0

Would you like further details or explanations on any part of this solution? Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. How does the Taylor series expansion work for functions near zero?
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  4. What are common mistakes to avoid when calculating limits?
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Tip: Always check if direct substitution leads to an indeterminate form, as it may require further techniques like factoring or L'Hôpital's Rule.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Limits
Taylor Series Expansion
Trigonometric Functions

Formulas

lim x→0 f(x)/g(x) for indeterminate forms
Taylor series expansion of sin(x): sin(x) ≈ x - x^3/6 + O(x^5)

Theorems

Taylor Series Expansion
Limit Laws

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 12 or College Calculus