Trying To Use Squeeze Theorem To Prove Derivatives Are Equal

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The discussion centers on using the Squeeze Theorem to demonstrate that the derivatives of three functions, f(x), g(x), and h(x), are equal at a point a, specifically when a=0 and f(a)=g(a)=h(a)=0. The user attempts to show that lim f(x) = lim g(x) = lim h(x) as x approaches a, but receives feedback indicating that their proof lacks rigor and merely states the result without sufficient justification. The suggestion is made to consider a direct ε-δ approach for a more robust proof.

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Homework Statement
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Squeeze Theorem and Limit Definition of Derivative
Below is the question and my attempt at a solution. From the info in the problem I tried to use the squeeze thm to show limf(x)=limg(x)=limh(x) all as x goes to a. Then that combined with f(a)=g(a)=h(a) I used to say all 3 derivatives are equal. Is my attempt below correct or did I make an error somewhere along the way. Thanks in advance.
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Without losing generality we can do
a=0, f(a)=g(a)=h(a)=0.
When x>0
\frac{f(x)}{x} \leq \frac{g(x)}{x} \leq \frac{h(x)}{x}
x ##\rightarrow## +0
f'(0) \leq \frac{g(x)}{x} \leq h'(0)
Do similar when x <0
 
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toslowtogofast2a said:
Homework Statement: Problem Statement In Image Below
Relevant Equations: Squeeze Theorem and Limit Definition of Derivative

Below is the question and my attempt at a solution. From the info in the problem I tried to use the squeeze thm to show limf(x)=limg(x)=limh(x) all as x goes to a. Then that combined with f(a)=g(a)=h(a) I used to say all 3 derivatives are equal. Is my attempt below correct or did I make an error somewhere along the way. Thanks in advance.
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First of all, allow me to invite you to use the LaTeX capabilities of Physics Forums when posting mathematical expressions. Find a link to the LaTeX Guide here or at the end of this Thread. You are likely to get better responses to your posts if you use LaTeX.
 
toslowtogofast2a said:
Homework Statement: Problem Statement In Image Below
Relevant Equations: Squeeze Theorem and Limit Definition of Derivative

Below is the question and my attempt at a solution. From the info in the problem I tried to use the squeeze thm to show limf(x)=limg(x)=limh(x) all as x goes to a. Then that combined with f(a)=g(a)=h(a) I used to say all 3 derivatives are equal. Is my attempt below correct or did I make an error somewhere along the way. Thanks in advance.
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I would say you haven't proved anything. You've more or less just stated that the result is obvious.
 
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PS the question hints at using a direct ##\epsilon-\delta## approach, which might be a good exercise.
 

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