Proof of Limit Algebra: k + a_[n] → k + lim(a_[n])

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The discussion centers on proving the limit algebra property that states lim (k + a_[n]) = k + lim(a_[n]) where a_[n] is a sequence converging to a real number 'a' and k is a real constant. The proof requires an epsilon-N argument to establish the validity of this limit property as n approaches infinity. Participants are encouraged to provide detailed steps and clarify any points of confusion in the proof process.

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Let a_[n] be a sequence tending to a and let k be a real number. Give an epsilon - N proof that lim (k + a_[n]) = k + lim(a_[n]) the the limits are both as n-> infinity

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