L'Hospital's Rule for tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4: Exact Value Calculation

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In summary, L'Hospital's Rule is a mathematical theorem used to evaluate limits of indeterminate forms by taking the limit of the ratio of functions to the limit of their derivatives. It can be applied to trigonometric functions such as tan(x), sin(x), cos(x), and cot(x), but may not always be applicable and should be used with caution. The exact value of tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4 cannot be determined without knowing the specific values of x and 10x.
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lim (x approaches 9pi/4) (tanx)^tan10x

use L'Hospital's Rule to find the exact valuemy attempt:
y = lim (tanx)^tan10x
lny= lim ln(tanx)^tan10x
= tan10x lim ln(tanx)

I really don't know where to go from there

-Thanks
 
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In your last line, you take tan10x out of the limit without evaluating it. Put it back in and turn it into cot(10x) to put it on the bottom, then apply L'Hospital's. Make sure to apply exp at the end to get the final answer.
 

What is L'Hospital's Rule?

L'Hospital's Rule is a mathematical theorem that helps to evaluate limits of indeterminate forms. It states that for certain functions, the limit of their ratio is equal to the limit of their derivatives.

How does L'Hospital's Rule apply to tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4?

When applying L'Hospital's Rule to tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4, we are essentially taking the limit of the ratio of these two trigonometric functions. This can be simplified to the limit of their derivatives, which is easier to evaluate.

What is the exact value for tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4?

The exact value for tan(x) and tan(10x) at 9pi/4 cannot be determined without knowing the specific values of x and 10x. L'Hospital's Rule allows us to evaluate the limit of these functions at 9pi/4, but the exact value will vary depending on the values of x and 10x.

Can L'Hospital's Rule be applied to other trigonometric functions?

Yes, L'Hospital's Rule can be applied to other trigonometric functions such as sin(x), cos(x), and cot(x). However, it is important to note that this rule may not always be applicable and other methods may need to be used to evaluate limits of trigonometric functions.

Are there any limitations to using L'Hospital's Rule?

Yes, L'Hospital's Rule is only applicable to certain types of indeterminate forms and may not always provide an accurate solution. It should also be used with caution as it may not work for all limits and can sometimes lead to incorrect results if used incorrectly.

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