Math Problem Statement

limx approaches 3 from the left of x/3-x

Solution

To find the limit of the expression limx3x3x\lim_{x \to 3^-} \frac{x}{3 - x}, we need to evaluate how the function behaves as xx approaches 3 from the left.

  1. Substitute values slightly less than 3:

    • As xx approaches 3 from the left (i.e., values slightly less than 3, like 2.9, 2.99, etc.), the denominator 3x3 - x becomes a small positive number approaching 0.
    • The numerator xx approaches 3 as well.
  2. Behavior of the function:

    • As xx approaches 3 from the left, 3x3 - x approaches 0 from the positive side. Thus, the fraction x3x\frac{x}{3 - x} grows without bound, heading towards positive infinity.

Thus, the limit is: limx3x3x=+\lim_{x \to 3^-} \frac{x}{3 - x} = +\infty

Would you like more details or clarification on any part of this?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What happens to the limit when x3+x \to 3^+?
  2. How do limits behave when approaching from the right versus from the left?
  3. Can limits be used to define discontinuities?
  4. What are some examples of limits resulting in negative infinity?
  5. How do asymptotes relate to limits?

Tip: When calculating limits, always check if the function behaves differently from the left-hand and right-hand sides.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Asymptotic Behavior
One-Sided Limits

Formulas

\lim_{x \to a^-} \frac{f(x)}{g(x)}

Theorems

Limit Theorem for One-Sided Limits
Behavior of Functions Approaching Asymptotes

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12