Math Problem Statement

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Solve the limit problem: \lim_{(x, y, z) \to (2, 1, 1)} \left( x y^2 - z^2 \right)

Solution

The problem you provided is the following:

lim(x,y,z)(2,1,1)(xy2z2)\lim_{(x, y, z) \to (2, 1, 1)} \left( x y^2 - z^2 \right)

We need to compute this limit as (x,y,z)(x, y, z) approaches (2,1,1)(2, 1, 1).

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Substitute x=2x = 2, y=1y = 1, and z=1z = 1 into the given expression xy2z2x y^2 - z^2.

    The expression is: 2(1)2(1)22 \cdot (1)^2 - (1)^2

  2. Simplify the expression: 211=21=12 \cdot 1 - 1 = 2 - 1 = 1

Final Answer:

lim(x,y,z)(2,1,1)(xy2z2)=1\lim_{(x, y, z) \to (2, 1, 1)} \left( x y^2 - z^2 \right) = 1

Would you like further details on this calculation or related topics?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What are the conditions for the existence of multivariable limits?
  2. How can you compute limits if the expression is undefined at the point of interest?
  3. What methods can be used to solve limits approaching infinity in multivariable calculus?
  4. What is the difference between a partial derivative and a limit in multiple dimensions?
  5. How does the concept of continuity extend to functions of several variables?

Tip: When evaluating multivariable limits, check if direct substitution works. If not, explore different paths to confirm the limit exists.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Multivariable Calculus

Formulas

Limit evaluation by direct substitution

Theorems

Direct Substitution Theorem for Limits

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 or early college-level calculus