Math Problem Statement
For which of the following does lim f(x) = 0 ? x to infinity I. f(x) = lnx / x^99 II. f(x) = e^x / lnx III. f(x) = x^99 / e^x A. I only B. II only C. III only D. I and II only E. I and III only
Solution
To determine the limits as for the given functions, we'll analyze each one individually.
I.
As , the numerator grows slowly compared to the denominator , which grows extremely fast. So, this expression approaches 0. Specifically:
Thus, the limit for this function is 0.
II.
As , the exponential function grows much faster than . So, this expression tends to infinity:
Thus, the limit for this function is not 0.
III.
As , the exponential function grows significantly faster than any polynomial (like ), causing the fraction to approach 0:
Thus, the limit for this function is 0.
Conclusion
The functions for which the limit is 0 are I and III. Therefore, the correct answer is:
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- What is the limit of as ?
- How does the growth of logarithmic functions compare to polynomials?
- Can for any constant ?
- Why does grow slower than ?
- What is the behavior of as ?
Tip: Exponential functions grow faster than any polynomial or logarithmic function as .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Exponential Growth
Logarithmic Functions
Polynomial Growth
Formulas
lim_{x → ∞} ln(x) / x^99 = 0
lim_{x → ∞} e^x / ln(x) = ∞
lim_{x → ∞} x^99 / e^x = 0
Theorems
Exponential growth surpasses polynomial growth
Logarithmic functions grow slower than polynomials
Suitable Grade Level
College level - Calculus
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