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The discussion revolves around evaluating the limit of the expression limx→0+ [tan(√x) - sin(√x)] / (x√(2x)). The subject area pertains to calculus, specifically limits and trigonometric functions.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster attempts to simplify the limit by substituting u = √x and expresses uncertainty about the next steps without using L'Hôpital's rule. Some participants suggest leveraging known limits, specifically limx→0 (sin(x)/x) = 1, to aid in the evaluation.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring different approaches to the limit, with some guidance provided regarding the application of known limits. There is an indication of progress, as one participant reports successfully applying the limit theorem multiple times, although no explicit consensus on the final answer is reached.

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The original poster notes that L'Hôpital's rule has not been covered in their coursework, which may constrain the methods available for solving the limit.

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Homework Statement


limx->0+ [tan(\sqrt{x})-sin(\sqrt{x})] / x\sqrt{2x}

Homework Equations


tanx= sinx/cosx

The Attempt at a Solution


I set u= \sqrt{x}
Therefore as a->0, u->0

And I get the limit
=lim x->0+ (tan(\sqrt{x})-sin(\sqrt{x}))/ (x*\sqrt{2}* \sqrt{x})
= 1/\sqrt{2}lim u->0 (tan(u)-sin(u))/u3
= 1/\sqrt{2}lim u->0 (sin(u)-sin(u)cos(u))/ (cos(u)*u3)
= 1/\sqrt{2}lim u->0 sin(u)(1-cos(u))/(cos(u)*u3)

And it is here where I'm stuck. I'm not sure what to do next =\
We haven't learned L'hopital's rule yet, so if it's needed, it really shouldn't be applied.

I'm open to any suggestions and I thank you for your time,

Ballox
 
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Do you know the limit \lim_{x\rightarrow 0}{\frac{sin(x)}{x}}=1, if yes, you can apply this two times here...
 
Hmm. I do know that. I'll see what I can do.
Thanks for the hint.
 
Alright. Say something if it still doesn't work :smile:
 
micromass said:
Do you know the limit \lim_{x\rightarrow 0}{\frac{sin(x)}{x}}=1, if yes, you can apply this two times here...

Alright, so I just did it again...
And in fact I was able to apply that theorem THREE times.

My final answer was 1/2\sqrt{2}

Would this answer be correct?
 
That looks about right :smile:
 
micromass said:
That looks about right :smile:

Thank you kindly for your help.
 

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