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Limits

Maharashtra Board · Class 11 · Mathematics & Statistics

Quick revision notes for Limits — Maharashtra Board Class 11 Mathematics & Statistics. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Definition and Basic Concepts of Limits

  • A limit describes the value a function approaches as the input approaches a specific value
  • The notation lim(x→a) f(x) = L means f(x) approaches L as x approaches a
  • x → a means x takes values very close to 'a' but never equals 'a'
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Algebra of Limits

  • Limit of sum equals sum of limits: lim[f(x) + g(x)] = lim f(x) + lim g(x)
  • Limit of product equals product of limits: lim[f(x) × g(x)] = lim f(x) × lim g(x)
  • Limit of quotient equals quotient of limits (when denominator limit ≠ 0)
3

Direct Substitution Method

  • Simplest method: substitute x = a directly in f(x)
  • Works when f(x) is continuous at x = a
  • Applicable for polynomial functions, rational functions where denominator ≠ 0
4

Factorization Method

  • Used when direct substitution gives 0/0 form
  • Factor both numerator and denominator to find common factors
  • Cancel common factors (since x ≠ a, the factor (x-a) ≠ 0)

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If f(x) approaches a finite valueLeftIf lim(x→a) f(x) = lWhen Q(a) ≠ 0 for rationalUsed when direct substitution gives 0/0

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