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The value of the lim x → − ∞ ( 9 x 4 + 10 x 2 − 6 ) if the limit exists, using the properties of limit.

The value of the lim x → − ∞ ( 9 x 4 + 10 x 2 − 6 ) if the limit exists, using the properties of limit.

Solution Summary: The author explains how to find the limit at infinity of rational function using the following steps: Divide the numerator and denominator of function f(x) by the highest power of variable

Calculus For The Life Sciences

Calculus For The Life Sciences

2nd Edition

ISBN: 9780321964038

Author: GREENWELL, Raymond N., RITCHEY, Nathan P., Lial, Margaret L.

Publisher: Pearson Addison Wesley,

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