Limit of lim (x->0) of the following maclaurin/taylor problem

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The problem involves calculating the limit as x approaches 0 for the expression (1/sinx - 1/ln(1+x)). The original poster expresses difficulty in understanding O notation and its application in this context.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • The original poster attempts to manipulate the expression using O notation but feels uncertain about the rules governing it. They express confusion regarding how to proceed with the limit calculation after developing the expression.

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Some participants have provided a resource to clarify O notation and suggested that the original poster review it before continuing with the problem. There is no explicit consensus on the next steps for solving the limit, and the discussion remains open with varying interpretations of the problem.

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The original poster mentions a lack of detailed information on O notation and finds the subject challenging. There is also a reference to a resource that may require account creation to access, which could be a barrier for some participants.

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Homework Statement


Calculate the lim x--> 0 ( 1/sinx - 1/ln(1+x))

I have a problem understanding what to do with the O notations (ordos in latin) Are there specific rules for them? What are these rules then?

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It's the same as ln(1+x) - sinx / sinx * ln(1+x)

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= this gives us = lim x--> 0 = x-x^2/2 - x + Ô(x^3) / (x-x^2/2 + O(x^3) *(x +O(x^3))

With my limited knowledge of ordo at all + that we don't have much detailed information
but examples in our book, I can't say that I have grasped much of the subject, I must
admit that I think it's a hard subject for me


If i look at the first expression x-x^2/2 I have developed it this far because I want something in the numerator and the denominator to cancel,

I don't know what to do from here in order to complete the problem, could someone help?-.
 
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Here is a good resource to help you with the notation and ideas: http://www.artofproblemsolving.com/Forum/download/file.php?id=1412

I would suggest leaving this specific problem for now, reading that pdf and going through all of its basic examples first, before trying this again.
 
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The website takes me to a blank page, is it the full address?
 
Yes it is. If it doesn't work, you might have to make an account on that website to see it, but it's quite quick and well worth it.
 

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