Finding the End Behaviour Model for a Power Function?

In summary, the End Behaviour Model in Calculus is a mathematical concept used to predict the behavior of a function at extreme values. It is used to determine the overall trend and limits of a function as the input values approach positive or negative infinity. There are two types of End Behaviour - horizontal and vertical - and it can be determined by analyzing the degree and leading coefficient of the function. Understanding End Behaviour is important in solving various calculus problems and interpreting the meaning of a function in real-life situations.
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For some reason I am having problems finding a power function end behaviour model for this question:

f(x)= (2x + 1)/(x^2 - 2x + 1)

Can someone help? Thanks.
 
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"End behaviour model"? That's not standard mathematical terminology is it?

[tex]f(x)= \frac{2x+1}{(x-1)^2}[/tex]

That has y= 0 as a horizontal asymptote which is how I would be inclined to interpret "end behaviour".
 
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Yeah, I haven't heard of that either.

Does that mean:

[tex]\lim_{x\rightarrow{\infty}}[/tex] and [tex]\lim_{x\rightarrow{-\infty}}[/tex] ?
 

1. What is the End Behaviour Model in Calculus?

The End Behaviour Model in Calculus is a mathematical concept used to predict the behavior of a function as the input values approach positive or negative infinity. It helps to determine the overall trend of a function and its limits.

2. How is the End Behaviour Model used in Calculus?

The End Behaviour Model is used in Calculus to determine the end behavior of a function. This helps in understanding the behavior of the function at extreme values of the input and how it approaches these values. It is particularly useful in predicting the behavior of polynomial functions.

3. What are the two types of End Behaviour in Calculus?

The two types of End Behaviour in Calculus are horizontal and vertical. Horizontal End Behaviour occurs when the value of the function approaches a constant value as the input values approach positive or negative infinity. Vertical End Behaviour occurs when the value of the function approaches positive or negative infinity as the input values approach a constant value.

4. How can the End Behaviour of a function be determined?

The End Behaviour of a function can be determined by analyzing the degree and leading coefficient of the function. The degree of a polynomial function indicates the highest power of the variable in the function, while the leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest power. The end behaviour of a polynomial function is determined by the degree and leading coefficient, with even degree and positive leading coefficient resulting in a function with positive horizontal end behaviour, and odd degree and negative leading coefficient resulting in a function with negative horizontal end behaviour.

5. Why is understanding End Behaviour important in Calculus?

Understanding End Behaviour in Calculus is important as it helps to determine the overall trend of a function and its limits at extreme values. This information is crucial in solving problems involving optimization, finding asymptotes, and determining the behavior of a function in the long run. It also helps in interpreting the meaning of a function in real-life situations.

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