Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the limit \( \lim_{x \to 2} (1 - x) \tan\left(\frac{\pi x}{4}\right) \).

Solution

The expression in the image appears to involve the limit:

limx2(1x)tan(πx4).\lim_{x \to 2} (1 - x) \tan\left(\frac{\pi x}{4}\right).

Solution:

  1. Substitute x=2x = 2: Substituting x=2x = 2 into the expression gives: (12)tan(π24).(1 - 2) \tan\left(\frac{\pi \cdot 2}{4}\right).

  2. Simplify the trigonometric part: tan(π24)=tan(π2).\tan\left(\frac{\pi \cdot 2}{4}\right) = \tan\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right). However, tan(π2)\tan\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) is undefined because the tangent function has vertical asymptotes at odd multiples of π2\frac{\pi}{2}.

  3. Analysis of the behavior near x=2x = 2: As x2x \to 2, the term 1x1 - x approaches 1-1, and the tangent term tan(πx4)\tan\left(\frac{\pi x}{4}\right) grows without bound (approaching ++\infty or -\infty) due to the vertical asymptote of the tangent function.

  4. Conclusion: The limit does not exist because the tangent function becomes unbounded as x2x \to 2.

Let me know if you'd like further clarification or additional examples. Here are some follow-up questions to deepen understanding:

  1. Why is the tangent function undefined at π2\frac{\pi}{2}?
  2. How can we analyze the behavior of limits involving undefined trigonometric functions?
  3. What techniques can we use to determine whether limits exist near vertical asymptotes?
  4. How would this limit change if xx approached a value where tan\tan is defined, such as π/4\pi/4?
  5. Can l’Hôpital’s Rule help in solving limits with undefined terms?

Tip: Always analyze the domain of the function and its behavior near points of discontinuity when solving limits.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Trigonometric Functions
Tangent Function Asymptotes

Formulas

\( \lim_{x \to a} f(x) \cdot g(x) \) if \( f(x) \to \text{finite value} \) and \( g(x) \to \infty \)

Theorems

Behavior of tangent function near asymptotes

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12