Limit of two-variable function

The approach used is to convert the function into an exponential form and then use L'Hopital's rule to evaluate the limit. One of the limits that needs to be evaluated is \lim_{t \rightarrow 0 ^ +} t \log{t} = 0, which can be proven using L'Hopital's rule by rearranging the equation and showing that it is in the form \frac{\infty}{\infty}.
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Hi all,

suppose I want to get this:

[tex]
\lim_{[x,y] \rightarrow [0,0]} (x^2+y^2)^{xy}
[/tex]

Here's how I approached:

[tex]
\lim_{[x,y] \rightarrow [0,0]} (x^2+y^2)^{xy} = \lim_{[x,y] \rightarrow [0,0]} \exp^{xy \log (x^2+y^2)}

\lim_{[x,y] \rightarrow [0,0]} xy \log (x^2 + y^2) = (x^2 + y^2) \log (x^2 + y^2) \frac{xy}{x^2 + y^2} \rightarrow 0
[/tex]

Because the last fraction is bounded and the part before it goes to 0 (I hope).

But that's the problem, I don't know how to prove

[tex]
\lim_{t \rightarrow 0+} t\ \log t = 0
[/tex]

Thank you for help.
 
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You can use L'Hopital rule to prove that. Try rearrange the equation to:
[tex]\lim_{t \rightarrow 0 ^ +} t \log{t} = \lim_{t \rightarrow 0 ^ +} \frac{\log{t}}{\frac{1}{t}}[/tex]. Now it's in form [tex]\frac{\infty}{\infty}[/tex]. Can you go from here?
Viet Dao,
 

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What is the definition of a limit of a two-variable function?

A limit of a two-variable function is the value that a function approaches as the two input variables approach a certain point. It represents the behavior of the function near that point.

How is the limit of a two-variable function calculated?

The limit of a two-variable function can be calculated by evaluating the function at various points approaching the desired point and observing the resulting output values. The limit is then the value that the outputs approach as the input variables get closer and closer to the desired point.

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 approaching a point from one direction, either the left or the right. A two-sided limit, on the other hand, takes into account the behavior of the function approaching the point from both the left and the right.

Can the limit of a two-variable function exist even if the function is not defined at that point?

Yes, it is possible for the limit of a two-variable function to exist at a point where the function is not defined. This is because the limit is concerned with the behavior of the function near that point, not necessarily the actual value of the function at that point.

What are some real-life applications of limits of two-variable functions?

Limits of two-variable functions are used in many areas of science, such as physics, engineering, and economics. For example, in physics, they can be used to model the motion of objects in two-dimensional space. In economics, they can be used to analyze the relationship between two variables, such as supply and demand.

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