Math Problem Statement

Find the limit of the expression as x approaches infinity: ( (-3x^2 + 5x + 4) / (4 - 2x - x^2) ) * (5x^3 / (4 - x^2))

Solution

The problem in the image involves finding the limit of a rational function as xx \to \infty. The expression is:

limx(3x2+5x+442xx25x34x21)\lim_{x \to \infty} \left( \frac{-3x^2 + 5x + 4}{4 - 2x - x^2} \cdot \frac{\frac{5x^3}{4 - x^2}}{1} \right)

We can simplify this by breaking it into parts:

Step 1: Simplifying the first term

The first term is:

3x2+5x+442xx2\frac{-3x^2 + 5x + 4}{4 - 2x - x^2}

As xx \to \infty, the highest degree term dominates. So, we approximate:

3x2x2=3\frac{-3x^2}{-x^2} = 3

Step 2: Simplifying the second term

The second part is:

5x34x2\frac{5x^3}{4 - x^2}

Again, as xx \to \infty, the highest degree term dominates:

5x3x2=5x\frac{5x^3}{-x^2} = -5x

Step 3: Multiply the results

Multiplying the two results:

3×(5x)=15x3 \times (-5x) = -15x

Conclusion:

Since the expression grows without bound as xx \to \infty, the limit of the function is -\infty.

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Here are 5 related questions you might find useful:

  1. What is the behavior of rational functions as xx \to -\infty?
  2. How do you determine which terms dominate in polynomials?
  3. What is the method for finding limits involving infinity?
  4. How do horizontal asymptotes relate to limits at infinity?
  5. Can L'Hôpital's Rule be applied to this problem?

Tip: When dealing with limits at infinity, always focus on the highest-degree terms, as they dominate the behavior of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Rational Functions
Asymptotic Behavior
Polynomial Division

Formulas

Limit of a rational function as x approaches infinity
Highest degree terms in polynomials dominate the behavior at infinity

Theorems

Polynomial Growth at Infinity
Asymptotic Dominance

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 (Calculus)