Math Problem Statement

Use the given graph of f to state the value of each quantity, if it exists. (If an answer does not exist, enter DNE.)

Solution

Let's analyze the uploaded image to address the questions regarding the graph of the function f(x)f(x). I'll interpret each part and provide a detailed solution.


Graph Analysis:

  1. (a) limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to 2^-} f(x):

    • This is the left-hand limit as xx approaches 2.
    • From the graph, as xx approaches 2 from the left, f(x)3f(x) \to 3.
    • Answer: 33.
  2. (b) limx2+f(x)\lim_{x \to 2^+} f(x):

    • This is the right-hand limit as xx approaches 2.
    • From the graph, as xx approaches 2 from the right, f(x)1f(x) \to 1.
    • Answer: 11.
  3. (c) limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to 2} f(x):

    • The two-sided limit exists only if the left-hand limit equals the right-hand limit.
    • Since limx2f(x)=31=limx2+f(x)\lim_{x \to 2^-} f(x) = 3 \neq 1 = \lim_{x \to 2^+} f(x), the two-sided limit does not exist.
    • Answer: DNE\text{DNE} (Does Not Exist).
  4. (d) f(2)f(2):

    • The value of f(2)f(2) is represented by the filled or hollow circle at x=2x = 2 on the graph.
    • At x=2x = 2, the hollow circle at (2,3)(2, 3) and filled circle at (2,1)(2, 1) indicate f(2)=1f(2) = 1.
    • Answer: 11.
  5. (e) limx4f(x)\lim_{x \to 4} f(x):

    • As xx approaches 4, the graph clearly shows that f(x)4f(x) \to 4.
    • Answer: 44.
  6. (f) f(4)f(4):

    • At x=4x = 4, the filled circle at (4,4)(4, 4) shows f(4)=4f(4) = 4.
    • Answer: 44.

Final Answers:

  • (a) 33
  • (b) 11
  • (c) DNE\text{DNE}
  • (d) 11
  • (e) 44
  • (f) 44

Would you like further clarification on any of these parts or a detailed explanation of limits and continuity?


Relative Questions:

  1. How do left-hand and right-hand limits affect the existence of two-sided limits?
  2. What is the significance of filled and hollow circles in function graphs?
  3. How can a function be discontinuous at a point but still have a defined value?
  4. How do you graphically verify the existence of a limit?
  5. What does the notation DNE\text{DNE} imply in terms of continuity and limits?

Tip:

Always check the behavior of a function from both sides of a point to determine if a two-sided limit exists!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Continuity
Left-hand Limit
Right-hand Limit
Function Evaluation

Formulas

lim_{x → a^-} f(x) (Left-hand limit)
lim_{x → a^+} f(x) (Right-hand limit)
lim_{x → a} f(x) exists if lim_{x → a^-} f(x) = lim_{x → a^+} f(x)
f(a) represents the function value at x = a

Theorems

Definition of Limit
Existence of Two-Sided Limits
Continuity Conditions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12