Math Problem Statement

The graph of a rational function g(x) is shown, and the task is to determine the limits at infinity and near vertical asymptotes. The specific limits to find are lim x -> infinity g(x), lim x -> -infinity g(x), lim x -> -2 g(x), and lim x -> 2 g(x).

Solution

To solve the limits of the rational function g(x)g(x) as shown in the graph, let's analyze the behavior of g(x)g(x) at the given points.

Analyzing the Graph

The graph shows a rational function with vertical asymptotes and horizontal asymptotes. Here's what we need to determine:

  1. Horizontal Asymptotes (as xx \to \infty or xx \to -\infty):
    • The behavior of the function as xx goes to positive or negative infinity will indicate the horizontal asymptotes.
  2. Vertical Asymptotes (as xspecific valuex \to \text{specific value}):
    • The behavior of the function near vertical asymptotes will tell us the limit approaching specific points.

Limits at Infinity

From the graph:

  • As xx \to \infty, g(x)g(x) approaches 2.
  • As xx \to -\infty, g(x)g(x) approaches -1.

Limits Near Vertical Asymptotes

The vertical asymptotes occur at x=2x = -2 and x=2x = 2.

  • As x2+x \to -2^+, g(x)g(x) \to \infty.
  • As x2x \to -2^-, g(x)g(x) \to -\infty.
  • As x2+x \to 2^+, g(x)g(x) \to -\infty.
  • As x2x \to 2^-, g(x)g(x) \to \infty.

Filling in the Blanks

Based on the above analysis:

  • limxg(x)=2\lim_{x \to \infty} g(x) = 2
  • limxg(x)=1\lim_{x \to -\infty} g(x) = -1
  • limx2+g(x)=\lim_{x \to -2^+} g(x) = \infty (Note: The limit near -2 is as x2+x \to -2^+, but the closest match to our problem format is x2x \to 2).
  • limx2g(x)=\lim_{x \to 2^-} g(x) = \infty

Now, let's map these to the problem format:

a. limxg(x)=2\lim_{x \to \infty} g(x) = 2
b. limxg(x)=1\lim_{x \to -\infty} g(x) = -1
c. limx2g(x)=does not exist (DNE, because the limits from both sides are not the same)\lim_{x \to -2} g(x) = \text{does not exist (DNE, because the limits from both sides are not the same)} d. limx2g(x)=does not exist (DNE, because the limits from both sides are not the same)\lim_{x \to 2} g(x) = \text{does not exist (DNE, because the limits from both sides are not the same)}

Input the Values

Let's fill in the blanks based on this analysis:

  1. limxg(x)=2\lim_{x \to \infty} g(x) = 2
  2. limxg(x)=1\lim_{x \to -\infty} g(x) = -1
  3. limx2g(x)=DNE\lim_{x \to -2} g(x) = \text{DNE}
  4. limx2g(x)=DNE\lim_{x \to 2} g(x) = \text{DNE}

If you have any questions or need further details, please let me know! Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the significance of horizontal asymptotes in rational functions?
  2. How do you determine vertical asymptotes of a rational function?
  3. What happens to the limit if the left-hand limit and right-hand limit are different at a point?
  4. Can a function have more than one horizontal asymptote? Why or why not?
  5. How do the degrees of the polynomial in the numerator and denominator of a rational function affect its asymptotic behavior?

Tip: When analyzing the behavior of a function at infinity or near vertical asymptotes, always consider the leading terms of the numerator and denominator to predict the end behavior accurately.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Rational Functions
Asymptotes

Formulas

Limit laws
Horizontal and Vertical Asymptotes

Theorems

Limits approaching infinity
Vertical asymptote behavior

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12