Math Problem Statement

From the graph, determine the lim f(x) x->-2^+

From the graph, determine the lim f(x) as x approaches -2 from the right-hand side (x -> -2^+).

Solution

From the graph, it appears we are dealing with the limit of a function f(x)f(x) as xx approaches 2+-2^+ (from the right-hand side).

To determine limx2+f(x)\lim_{x \to -2^+} f(x) based on the graph, we need to observe the behavior of the function as xx approaches 2-2 from the right (positive side).

Here's what I notice from the graph:

  • The curve approaches the vertical line at x=2x = -2, and the function appears to be approaching a specific value.
  • There's an open circle at x=2x = -2, indicating that the function is not defined exactly at x=2x = -2, but we are interested in the behavior just before this point (from the right).

From the graph, as xx approaches 2-2 from the right-hand side, the function appears to approach a value near 11 on the yy-axis.

Thus, based on the visual representation of the graph:

limx2+f(x)1.\lim_{x \to -2^+} f(x) \approx 1.

Would you like further clarification on this, or do you have any additional questions?

Related Questions:

  1. What is the value of limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to -2^-} f(x)?
  2. How does the graph behave around other discontinuities, if any?
  3. Is f(x)f(x) continuous at x=2x = -2?
  4. How can the concept of one-sided limits be useful in understanding discontinuous functions?
  5. What is the significance of open and closed circles on graphs of functions?

Tip:

When evaluating limits from a graph, always check the behavior of the function as it approaches the target xx-value from the left and right to determine whether the function has a limit or if there is a discontinuity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
One-Sided Limits
Discontinuities

Formulas

\lim_{x \to a^+} f(x) - Limit from the right-hand side
\lim_{x \to a^-} f(x) - Limit from the left-hand side

Theorems

Limit Theorems
Discontinuity in functions

Suitable Grade Level

High School (Grades 9-12)