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Capitolo 2, Problema 105

Oblique Asymptotes


Graph the rational functions in Exercises 103–108. Include the graphs and equations of the asymptotes.


y = (x² − 4) / (x − 1)

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Identify the type of asymptotes: Since the degree of the numerator (2) is one more than the degree of the denominator (1), there is an oblique (slant) asymptote.
Find the oblique asymptote: Perform polynomial long division of the numerator by the denominator. Divide \(x^2 - 4\) by \(x - 1\) to find the quotient, which will be the equation of the oblique asymptote.
Determine the vertical asymptote: Set the denominator equal to zero and solve for \(x\). In this case, \(x - 1 = 0\) gives \(x = 1\) as the vertical asymptote.
Analyze the behavior near the asymptotes: Consider the limits of the function as \(x\) approaches the vertical asymptote from both sides and as \(x\) approaches infinity to understand the behavior of the graph.
Sketch the graph: Plot the vertical asymptote at \(x = 1\), the oblique asymptote from the division result, and the intercepts. Use the behavior analysis to sketch the curve, ensuring it approaches the asymptotes appropriately.

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Rational Functions

A rational function is a ratio of two polynomials, expressed as f(x) = P(x)/Q(x), where P(x) and Q(x) are polynomials. Understanding the behavior of rational functions involves analyzing their domain, intercepts, asymptotes, and end behavior. In this context, the function y = (x² − 4) / (x − 1) is a rational function where the degree of the numerator is higher than the degree of the denominator, indicating the presence of an oblique asymptote.
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Oblique Asymptotes

Oblique asymptotes occur in rational functions when the degree of the numerator is exactly one higher than the degree of the denominator. They represent a slant line that the graph of the function approaches as x tends to infinity or negative infinity. To find the equation of an oblique asymptote, perform polynomial long division on the rational function, which provides the linear equation representing the asymptote.
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Polynomial Long Division

Polynomial long division is a method used to divide polynomials, similar to numerical long division. It is essential for finding oblique asymptotes in rational functions where the numerator's degree exceeds the denominator's by one. By dividing (x² − 4) by (x − 1), we obtain a quotient that represents the equation of the oblique asymptote, which helps in graphing the function accurately.
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Oblique Asymptotes


Graph the rational functions in Exercises 103–108. Include the graphs and equations of the asymptotes.


y = (x² − 1) / x

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Oblique Asymptotes


Graph the rational functions in Exercises 103–108. Include the graphs and equations of the asymptotes.


y = x² / (x − 1)

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Theory and Examples


Suppose that g(x) ≤ f(x) ≤ h(x) for all x≠2 and suppose that lim x→2 g(x) = lim x→2 h(x) = −5. Can we conclude anything about the values of f, g, and h at x = 2? Could f(2) = 0? Could limx→2 f(x)=0? Give reasons for your answers.

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[Technology Exercise] Graph the functions in Exercises 113 and 114. Then answer the following questions.


a. How does the graph behave as x → 0⁺?


Give reasons for your answers.


y = (3/2)(x − (1 / x))²/³

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Use the formal definitions from Exercise 97 to prove the limit statements in Exercises 98–102.

lim x→2⁻ (1 / (x − 2)) = −∞

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Additional Graphing Exercises


[Technology Exercise] Graph the curves in Exercises 109–112. Explain the relationship between the curve’s formula and what you see.


y = −1 / √(4 − x²)

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