Finding limits using Squeeze theorem

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The limit as x approaches zero of (2sin5x)/x is definitively 10. This conclusion is derived using the limit property that states the limit as x approaches zero of (sin(ax)/x) equals 'a', combined with the scalar multiple rule. In this case, 'a' is 5, and multiplying by 2 results in the final answer of 10.

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Homework Statement


Find the limit as x approaches zero of (2sin5x)/x


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The limit as x approaches zero of (sinax/x) = a and there's the scalar multiple rule.

The Attempt at a Solution


Is the answer then 10?
 
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Hi PuddySporty! :smile:

Yes, 10 looks good!
 
Thank you!
 

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