Solving Limit Problem with N Approaching Infinity

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around solving a limit problem as \( n \) approaches infinity, focusing on the mathematical steps involved in simplifying the expression. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and limit evaluation.

Discussion Character

  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents a limit expression involving square roots and cube roots, seeking verification of their solution.
  • Another participant challenges the validity of the simplification steps taken, describing them as "nonsense" and requests a re-evaluation.
  • A subsequent reply provides an alternative simplification, arriving at a limit of 0, which is presented as a correction to the original approach.
  • A later response acknowledges the correction, indicating acceptance of the revised steps.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the original solution, as there is a clear disagreement regarding the correctness of the initial steps. However, there is agreement on the validity of the alternative approach leading to a limit of 0.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects uncertainty in the mathematical steps involved, with participants expressing differing views on the correctness of the original limit evaluation. The assumptions underlying the simplifications are not fully explored.

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Hello,
Here is my example, could you please check and correct if it needed.
[itex]\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}\frac{\sqrt{4n^3+1}-\sqrt[3] {n+2}}{\sqrt[3] {n^6+27}+n}=[/itex] [itex]\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}\frac{\sqrt{4n^3}}{n\sqrt[3] {n^6}}=[/itex][itex]\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}{\frac{{{4n}^\frac{3}{2}}}{n^2}}={{4}^\frac{3}{4}}[/itex]
Thank you!
 
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I don't know how to correct that. Your last two steps, from the limit of [itex]\sqrt{4n^3}/n\sqrt[3]{n^6}[/itex] to the limit of [itex]4n^{3/2}/n^2[/itex] and then to [itex]4^{3/2}[/itex] are pretty much nonsense. Do them again!
 
HallsofIvy said:
I don't know how to correct that. Your last two steps, from the limit of [itex]\sqrt{4n^3}/n\sqrt[3]{n^6}[/itex] to the limit of [itex]4n^{3/2}/n^2[/itex] and then to [itex]4^{3/2}[/itex] are pretty much nonsense. Do them again!

[itex]\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}\frac{\sqrt{4n^3}}{n\sqrt[3] {n^6}}=[/itex][itex]\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}{\frac{{{n}^\frac{3}{2}}}{n^2}}=\stackrel{lim}{n\rightarrow ∞}{\frac{{1}}{{n}^\frac{1}{2}}}=0[/itex]
Like this?
 
A little a bit late, but anyway Thanks a lot!
 

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