Math Problem Statement

Determine the limit of the given function m(x) as x approaches 0 using its graph.

Solution

The question is to determine the limit of the function m(x)m(x) as x0x \to 0 using the given graph.

Analysis:

  1. As x0x \to 0^- (approaching 0 from the left), the function m(x)m(x) approaches a value of 22.
  2. As x0+x \to 0^+ (approaching 0 from the right), the function m(x)m(x) also approaches 22.
  3. Since the left-hand limit (limx0m(x)\lim_{x \to 0^-} m(x)) and right-hand limit (limx0+m(x)\lim_{x \to 0^+} m(x)) are equal, the overall limit exists and is equal to 22.

Conclusion:

limx0m(x)=2\lim_{x \to 0} m(x) = 2

Would you like me to explain further why the left-hand and right-hand limits must match for the limit to exist, or do you have any other questions?


Related Questions:

  1. How do you calculate left-hand and right-hand limits from a graph?
  2. What happens if the left-hand and right-hand limits are not equal?
  3. What is the significance of discontinuities in determining limits?
  4. How do open or closed circles affect the limit of a function?
  5. Can the limit exist even if the function is undefined at the point?

Tip: Always check both sides of the graph near the point of interest to confirm the behavior of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Left-hand limit
Right-hand limit
Continuity

Formulas

Limit definition: lim_{x→a} f(x) exists if lim_{x→a^-} f(x) = lim_{x→a^+} f(x)

Theorems

Limit existence theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12