Math Problem Statement

find the limit

Find the limit of (4x - 13) / (x - 13) as x approaches 13.

Solution

The expression you provided is:

limx134x13x13.\lim_{{x \to 13}} \frac{{4x - 13}}{{x - 13}}.

Steps to solve:

  1. Substitute x=13x = 13 into the expression directly:

    4(13)131313=52130=390.\frac{{4(13) - 13}}{{13 - 13}} = \frac{{52 - 13}}{{0}} = \frac{{39}}{{0}}.

    The denominator becomes 0, indicating a potential undefined form or vertical asymptote. This suggests we need a more sophisticated approach, such as factoring or canceling terms.

  2. Factor and Simplify: The numerator can be rewritten as:

    4x13=4(x13)+39.4x - 13 = 4(x - 13) + 39.

    Thus, the expression becomes:

    limx134(x13)x13=limx134.\lim_{{x \to 13}} \frac{{4(x - 13)}}{{x - 13}} = \lim_{{x \to 13}} 4.

    The (x13)(x - 13) cancels out, leaving us with the constant value 4.

Final Answer:

limx134x13x13=4.\lim_{{x \to 13}} \frac{{4x - 13}}{{x - 13}} = 4.

Would you like a more detailed explanation or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:

  1. How can we handle limits that result in indeterminate forms like 00\frac{0}{0}?
  2. What are the steps to apply L'Hopital's Rule for indeterminate limits?
  3. Can limits always be solved by direct substitution?
  4. What are one-sided limits, and how do they differ from two-sided limits?
  5. How does factoring help simplify rational functions in limits?

Tip: Always check for factorable expressions when solving limits that give indeterminate forms.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Algebra

Formulas

Limit formula for rational functions

Theorems

Limit Theorem
Factorization

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12