Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the limit: lim(x→−∞) 1/x

Solution

The question asks to evaluate the limit:

limx1x\lim_{{x \to -\infty}} \frac{1}{x}

Solution:

As xx approaches negative infinity, the denominator xx becomes a very large negative number. Since the numerator remains 11, we can analyze the behavior of 1x\frac{1}{x} as follows:

  • As xx becomes more negative, the fraction 1x\frac{1}{x} approaches 00, but it remains negative.
  • Thus, the value of 1x\frac{1}{x} approaches 00 from the negative side.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

0\boxed{0}

Would you like more details on limits at infinity or any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the limit of 1x\frac{1}{x} as x+x \to +\infty?
  2. How does 1x\frac{1}{x} behave as x0x \to 0 from the right and left?
  3. What is the limit of 1x2\frac{1}{x^2} as xx \to \infty?
  4. How does the behavior of 1x\frac{1}{x} change if xx approaches a finite value?
  5. What are some practical applications of limits at infinity?

Tip: When evaluating limits as xx \to \infty or xx \to -\infty, consider how both the numerator and denominator behave as they approach extreme values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Asymptotic Behavior

Formulas

lim(x→−∞) 1/x = 0

Theorems

Limit Theorem for Infinity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12