Solving a Long Limit Problem: Finding the Limit of e^x/x^n

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The discussion revolves around a limit problem involving the expression \(\frac{e^{x}}{x^{n}}\) as \(x\) approaches infinity. The original poster is seeking guidance on how to approach the problem, particularly in relation to an inequality provided in the question.

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  • The original poster attempts to understand how the given inequality can be utilized in finding the limit. Some participants suggest exploring power series as a potential method, while others question the applicability of the inequality and express uncertainty about using power series due to lack of familiarity.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants offering hints and alternative approaches. There is a mix of suggestions, including the use of power series and proving limits related to the inequality. No consensus has been reached, and various interpretations of the problem are being explored.

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Some participants note that the original poster has not learned about power series, which may limit their approach options. Additionally, there is mention of attempts to apply L'Hôpital's rule, which did not yield satisfactory results.

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Hello,

I've been given a long limit problem to solve and i got stuck on this part in the question. Could someone please give me hints or suggestions on where to go next?

Given that [tex]\frac{e^{x}}{x^{n}}[/tex] > e[tex]^{x - n\sqrt{x}}[/tex]

Find the [tex]lim_{x\rightarrow+\infty}[/tex] [tex]\frac{e^{x}}{x^{n}}[/tex]



Well i know that [tex]lim_{x\rightarrow\infty}[/tex] e[tex]^{x}[/tex] = [tex]\infty[/tex]

but i think the question would like us to use the inequality above.

Any help would be greatly appreciated :)
 
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I don't see how the inequality helps. Do you know about power series? If so, then can you write down a power series for the function [itex]e^x/x^n[/itex], and take its limit?
 
Tom Mattson said:
I don't see how the inequality helps. Do you know about power series? If so, then can you write down a power series for the function [itex]e^x/x^n[/itex], and take its limit?

umm... i haven't learned power series... Is there another approach i could take??
i tried l'hospitals rule but my answer didn't help much in this...
 
Hi caelestis! :smile:

Hint: prove that lim (x - n√x) = ∞. :smile:
 

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