Math Problem Statement

What is the limit of the sequence S_n = 2n / (n + 3) as n approaches infinity?

Solution

The provided mathematical expression seems to calculate the limit of a sequence:

L=limnSn=limn2nn+3.L = \lim_{n \to \infty} S_n = \lim_{n \to \infty} \frac{2n}{n+3}.

To compute this limit:

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Divide numerator and denominator by nn (the highest degree of nn in the denominator): 2nn+3=2nn(1+3n).\frac{2n}{n+3} = \frac{2n}{n(1 + \frac{3}{n})}.

  2. Simplify the expression: 2nn(1+3n)=21+3n.\frac{2n}{n(1 + \frac{3}{n})} = \frac{2}{1 + \frac{3}{n}}.

  3. Take the limit as nn \to \infty: As nn \to \infty, 3n0\frac{3}{n} \to 0. Thus: 21+3n21+0=2.\frac{2}{1 + \frac{3}{n}} \to \frac{2}{1 + 0} = 2.

Final Result:

L=2.L = 2.

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Expanding on This:

  1. What is the general rule for finding limits of rational functions as nn \to \infty?
  2. How would the limit change if the numerator's degree was higher than the denominator's?
  3. How does this limit relate to convergence in sequences?
  4. Could this problem be extended to integrals involving rational functions?
  5. How would you verify this limit numerically?

Tip: Always simplify expressions by factoring out the dominant term in the denominator when nn \to \infty.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Sequences
Asymptotic Behavior

Formulas

L = lim_{n \\to \\infty} S_n = lim_{n \\to \\infty} \\frac{2n}{n + 3}

Theorems

Limit Laws
Behavior of Rational Functions at Infinity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12