LaTeX Sample problems; Simple Limit (Epsilon - Delta proofs) Latex code included

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The discussion focuses on using LaTeX for Epsilon-Delta proofs, emphasizing the importance of including the appropriate packages for proper document rendering. Several practice problems are provided, requiring users to prove limits using Epsilon-Delta definitions and explore continuity of specific functions. A participant suggests that including necessary packages in the LaTeX code is essential for clarity and functionality, referencing standards from other platforms. They also share their experience creating custom style files for specific formatting needs in academic work. The conversation highlights the intersection of mathematical proofs and LaTeX formatting.
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Remember to use the appropriate packages; these are in similar post if a mod wants to add the link if you choose to use Latex.

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Code:
\begin{document}
\begin{center}
	{\LARGE Epsilon-Delta Proofs \\[0.25em]  Practice} \\[1em]
	{\large  Just for practice, don't use Google to cheat!}
\end{center}
\bigskip

\begin{problem}[1.]  Use an $\epsilon$-$\delta$ proof to prove 
		$\ds \lim_{x \to 2} \, \frac{1}{2}  x = 1$.
\end{problem}

\begin{problem}[2.] Use an $\epsilon$-$\delta$ proof to prove 
	$\ds \lim_{x \to -2} \, (-3x + 1) = 7$.
\end{problem} 

\begin{problem}[3.] Use an $\epsilon$-$\delta$ proof to prove 
	$\ds \lim_{x \to 3} \, (6x - x^2) = 9$.
\end{problem} 

\begin{problem}[4.]  Consider the function $f:\RR \to \RR$ defined as 
\[	
	f(x) = \begin{cases} 1 & \text{if $x$ is rational} \\ 
				 0 & \text{if $x$ is irrational.}  \end{cases}
\]
At which values of $x$ is $f(x)$ continuous?  You can assume without proof 
the fact that between every two rationals, there is an irrational and between every two 
irrationals, there is a rational. 

\end{problem}

\begin{problem}[5.]  Give an example of a function $f$ such that $f$ is continuous nowhere, but $|f|$ 
	is continuous everywhere.  \emph{Hint:} Think about problem 4.
\end{problem}\end{document}
 

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DrWahoo said:
Remember to use the appropriate packages; these are in similar post if a mod wants to add the link if you choose to use Latex.

Hi DrWahoo,

Shouldn't we just include the appropriate packages in the latex code?
That's what for instance https://tex.stackexchange.com requires, so that any documents can be rendered without ambiguity.
 
In the preable you have to dedicate packages to run.
So yes, for this problem some simple packages from ams work.

Most are included in the miktex and other repositories, however, some packages I have made are not on CTAN(mirrors) or in any package manage, so I simply include the "class" or "style" I created in the same directory as my file path so when I choose to compile, it picks up that code.

For instance, I had to make my own thesis style page that had strick guidelines from my graduate school. I had to create my own style and class files to get the format to fit the guidelines. This includes macros and graphing vector fields, and stable manifolds.

I can include some examples in a zip file if anyone wants them.
 
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