Proof involving limit of derivative

In summary, the conversation discusses finding an example of a function where the limit of f(x) as x approaches infinity exists, but the limit of f'(x) as x approaches infinity does not exist. The attempt at a solution suggests using functions that require the chain rule to find the derivative.
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Homework Statement



give an example of a function f for which lim f(x) as x[tex]\rightarrow[/tex][tex]\infty[/tex] exists, but lim f'(x) as x[tex]\rightarrow[/tex][tex]\infty[/tex] does not exist.

Homework Equations



f'(x) = lim [f(x+h)-f(x)]/h as h[tex]\rightarrow[/tex]0

The Attempt at a Solution



for some reason, i can only seem to find equations where lim f(x) as x[tex]\rightarrow[/tex][tex]\infty[/tex] does not exist, but lim f'(x) as x[tex]\rightarrow[/tex][tex]\infty[/tex] does exist. ex.f(x)=x and f'(x)=1
 
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Try thinking of functions that require the chain rule to find the derivative.
i.e. Let [itex]f(x) = g(h(x))[/itex]. Then [itex]f'(x) = g'(h(x)) \cdot h'(x)[/itex].
 

1. What is the definition of a limit of a derivative?

The limit of a derivative is the value that a function's derivative approaches as the independent variable of the function approaches a given point or value. It is essentially the slope of the function at that particular point.

2. How is the limit of a derivative calculated?

The limit of a derivative can be calculated using the limit definition of a derivative, which involves finding the slope of a secant line that passes through the given point and a point close to it. This secant line becomes closer and closer to the tangent line at the given point as the second point approaches the given point, and the slope of the secant line is the limit of the derivative.

3. What are some common techniques for proving limits of derivatives?

Some common techniques for proving limits of derivatives include using the limit definition of a derivative, applying theorems such as the Mean Value Theorem or the Intermediate Value Theorem, and using algebraic manipulation and substitution to simplify the limit expression.

4. Can the limit of a derivative exist but the derivative not exist?

No, the limit of a derivative and the derivative itself must both exist for the function to be differentiable at a given point. A function can have a limit of a derivative at a point but not be differentiable if the derivative is discontinuous at that point.

5. How is the limit of a derivative related to the continuity of a function?

The limit of a derivative is closely related to the continuity of a function. For a function to be continuous at a point, the limit of the function must exist at that point and be equal to the function's value at that point. Similarly, for a function to be differentiable at a point, the limit of its derivative must exist at that point and be equal to the function's derivative at that point.

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