Prove $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$

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In summary, the definition of a limit is the value that a function approaches as its input approaches a certain point. To prove a limit using the formal definition, one must show that for any positive number $\epsilon$, there exists a positive number $N$ such that for all $n>N$, the distance between the limit and the function's output is less than $\epsilon$. The strategy for proving a limit using the formal definition is to assume the limit exists and then show that for any $\epsilon>0$, a value $N$ can be found to satisfy the definition. This also applies to the given limit $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$, where the expression
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Prove that $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$
 
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Since $4^n < 3^n + 4^n < 2 \cdot 4^n$ for all $n$, $4 < (3^n + 4^n)^{1/n} < 2^{1/n}\cdot 4$ for all $n$. Since $2^{1/n}\cdot 4 \to 4$ as $n\to \infty$, by the squeeze theorem, $\lim_{n\to \infty}(3^n + 4^n)^{1/n} = 4$.
 
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Rido12 said:
Prove that $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$

My solution:

Let:

\(\displaystyle L=\lim_{n\to\infty}\left[\left(3^n+4^n\right)^{\frac{1}{n}}\right]\)

Take the natural log of both sides, and apply the properties of one-to-one functions and logs

\(\displaystyle \ln(L)=\lim_{n\to\infty}\left[\frac{\ln\left(3^n+4^n\right)}{n}\right]\)

Apply L'Hôpital's Rule:

\(\displaystyle \ln(L)=\lim_{n\to\infty}\left[\frac{\ln(3)3^n+\ln(4)4^n}{3^n+4^n}\right]\)

Divide all terms by $4^n$:

\(\displaystyle \ln(L)=\lim_{n\to\infty}\left[\frac{\ln(3)\left(\dfrac{3}{4}\right)^n+\ln(4)}{\left(\dfrac{3}{4}\right)^n+1}\right]=\ln(4)\)

Hence:

\(\displaystyle L=4\)
 
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Rido12 said:
Prove that $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$

[sp]Is...

$\displaystyle (3^{n} + 4^{n})^{\frac{1}{n}} = 4\ \{1 + (\frac{3}{4})^{n}\}^{\frac{1}{n}}$

... and clearly...

$\displaystyle \lim_{n \rightarrow \infty} \{1 + (\frac{3}{4})^{n}\}^{\frac{1}{n}} = 1$[/sp]

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$\chi$ $\sigma$
 
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Thanks everyone for participating! You are all correct. (Cool)
My solution is the same as Euge's.
 

FAQ: Prove $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$

What is the definition of a limit?

The limit of a function at a point is the value that the function approaches as its input approaches that point. More formally, a limit is a value that a function "gets closer to" as the input of the function gets closer to some other value.

How do you prove a limit using the formal definition?

To prove a limit using the formal definition, you must show that for any positive number $\epsilon$, there exists a positive number $N$ such that for all $n>N$, the distance between the limit and the function's output is less than $\epsilon$. This is known as the "epsilon-delta" definition of a limit.

What is the strategy for proving a limit using the formal definition?

The strategy for proving a limit using the formal definition is to start by assuming that the limit exists and is equal to some value $L$. Then, using algebraic manipulation and inequalities, you must show that for any $\epsilon>0$, you can find a value $N$ such that for all $n>N$, the distance between the limit and the function's output is less than $\epsilon$. If you can find such a value $N$ for any $\epsilon$, then the limit is proven to be equal to $L$.

How does this apply to the given limit $\lim_{{n}\to{\infty}}(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}=4$?

In this specific limit, we are asked to prove that as $n$ approaches infinity, the expression $(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}$ approaches the value 4. This means that for any $\epsilon>0$, we must find a value $N$ such that for all $n>N$, the distance between $(3^n+4^n)^{1/n}$ and 4 is less than $\epsilon$. By manipulating the expression and setting it equal to $4(3/4)^{1/n}$, we can see that as $n$ gets larger, the term $(3/4)^{1/n}$ approaches 1, making the entire expression approach 4. Therefore, the limit is proven to be 4.

Can this limit be proven using other methods?

Yes, there are multiple methods for proving limits, such as the squeeze theorem, the limit laws, and using L'Hopital's rule. However, the formal definition is often considered the most rigorous and comprehensive method for proving limits.

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