Understanding Trig Limits and Differentiation Rules

In summary: When you can see what it's doing, try and figure out what sin(1/x) is doing.In summary, the conversation discusses finding the limit of sin(1/x) as x approaches infinity, using L'Hopital's Rule for evaluating the limit of tan(7x)/sin(5x) as x approaches 0, and clarifying the use of chain rule and product rule when finding the derivative through implicit differentiation.
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Homework Statement


1. sin(1/x) as x->infinity
2. tan(7x)/sin(5x) as x->0
3. General question--when finding the derivative (through implicit diff.), and I have something like y=(5x^2)y, what parts am I supposed to use the chain rule, and when am I supposed to use the product rule?


The Attempt at a Solution


1. I literally have no idea how to do this. Possibly multiplying, but sin/sinx doesn't seem to get me anywhere.
2. sin7x/cos7x times 1/sin5x. Not quite sure what to do afterwards.
3. Is this correct? -- 10x^2(y) times y' ?
 
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1: Consider what the limit of 1/x is, as x tends toward infinity. Then use that to evaluate sin(1/x) as x tends toward infinity.

2: Consider using L'Hopital's Rule.

3: I am not certain that I fully understand what you're asking, so I will refrain from comment.
 
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kru_ said:
1: Consider what the limit of 1/x is, as x tends toward infinity. Then use that to evaluate sin(1/x) as x tends toward infinity.

2: Consider using L'Hopital's Rule.

3: I am not certain that I fully understand what you're asking, so I will refrain from comment.

I'm honestly unsure how to explain this as well.
I just need help on how to do number 3.
 
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Look at 1/x when x = BIG number. Try 1000, then 1000000, then 10100, etc.
 

FAQ: Understanding Trig Limits and Differentiation Rules

What are trigonometric limits?

Trigonometric limits are mathematical concepts used to describe the behavior of trigonometric functions as the input approaches a certain value. They are often used in calculus to determine the behavior of a function near a given point.

How do you find the limit of a trigonometric function?

To find the limit of a trigonometric function, you must first substitute the given value into the function and simplify. If the resulting expression is undefined or indeterminate, you can use algebraic manipulation or trigonometric identities to rewrite the expression in a form that can be evaluated. You can also use a graphing calculator or a table of values to estimate the limit.

What is the difference between a one-sided limit and a two-sided limit?

A one-sided limit only considers the behavior of a function as the input approaches a given value from one direction (either from the left or from the right). A two-sided limit, on the other hand, considers the behavior of a function as the input approaches a given value from both directions, and the limit only exists if the one-sided limits from both directions are equal.

How do you evaluate trigonometric limits at infinity?

To evaluate trigonometric limits at infinity, you can use the fact that the values of sine and cosine functions are bounded between -1 and 1. This means that as the input approaches infinity, the value of the function will approach a constant value (either 0 or 1) depending on the type of trigonometric function. You can also use L'Hopital's rule to evaluate the limit if the function is in an indeterminate form.

Are there any special cases when evaluating trigonometric limits?

Yes, there are some special cases when evaluating trigonometric limits. For example, if you are dealing with a limit involving a tangent function, you must consider the possibility of a vertical asymptote. Also, when the input approaches certain values (such as zero or multiples of pi), the behavior of the function may change, and you may need to use trigonometric identities to simplify the expression before evaluating the limit.

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