Finding Limits with DeltaX: An Essential Tool for Calculus

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The discussion revolves around the concept of limits in calculus, specifically focusing on the manipulation of delta x in limit expressions.

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  • Participants express confusion about how to eliminate delta x from their equations. There are attempts to clarify the process of taking limits as delta x approaches zero.

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Some participants have offered guidance on maintaining the limit notation throughout the calculations. Multiple interpretations of the limit process are being explored, but there is no explicit consensus on the best approach.

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Participants are working within the constraints of calculus homework, which may impose specific rules regarding the handling of limits and delta x.

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Lim as F(x)= (x+δx)^2-2(x+δx)+1(x^2-2x+1)/δx
δx-> 0

I have a δx left over and i don’t know how to get rid of it.
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Lim as F(x)= (x+δx)^2-2(x+δx)+1(x^2-2x+1)/δx
δx-> 0
How can i get rid of the last delta x
 

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Witcher said:
I have a δx left over and i don’t know how to get rid of it.
How can i get rid of the last delta x

Take the limit as ##\delta x \rightarrow 0##.
 
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Witcher said:
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The idea is correct. I would say you need to keep ##\lim_{\Delta x \rightarrow 0}## in every line until you take the limit.
 
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