What is the Limit to Infinity of a Rational Function?

In summary, the limit as x approaches infinity of the given equation is equal to positive or negative 2, depending on whether the value of x is positive or negative. This is found by dividing the top and bottom of the equation by the highest power of x and taking the limit.
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Homework Statement



lim_x->∞ of [√x + 2|x|] / [1 + x]

Homework Equations


lim_x->∞ of 1/[x^n] = 0


The Attempt at a Solution


Hi everyone,

Here's what I've done so far:

I divided top and bottom by the highest power of x, i.e. x.
So:
[x^-1/2 +/- 2] / [1/x + 1]

And taking the limit of x to ∞ of this:
[0 +/- 2] / [0 + 1] = +/- 2

Is this correct?

Thanks for any help.
 
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Why is there a [itex]\pm[/itex] in your answer?...Surely you recognize that [itex]x[/itex] is positive as it approaches [itex]+\infty[/itex]?
 
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gabbagabbahey said:
Why is there a [itex]\pm[/itex] in your answer?...Surely you recognize that [itex]x[/itex] is positive as it approaches [itex]+\infty[/itex]?

Thanks, I didn't think about that. But is it correct apart from that?
 
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Yes.
 

FAQ: What is the Limit to Infinity of a Rational Function?

What is a limit to infinity question?

A limit to infinity question is a type of mathematical problem that involves finding the behavior of a function as the input approaches infinity. It is typically denoted as lim x→∞ f(x), where f(x) is the function being evaluated.

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To solve a limit to infinity question, you can use various techniques such as algebraic manipulation, substitution, or using L'Hopital's rule. The specific approach will depend on the type of function and the given limits.

What is the significance of finding a limit to infinity?

Finding a limit to infinity is important in understanding the long-term behavior of a function. It can also help in evaluating and predicting the behavior of real-life scenarios, such as growth rates or decay rates.

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Some common types of limit to infinity questions include finding the limit of polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions.

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