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The limit does not exist

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From speed limits to limited capacity elevators, we're used to limits in our daily lives. But, what about in mathematics? Limits are essential to calculus and are used to define continuity, derivatives, and integrals. Take this lesson and find out more...

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What is the definition of a mathematical limit?

a

the amount a person can spend on his/her credit card

b

a defined set of numerical data within a

c

a certain value to which a function approaches

d

the ability for a line to approach an axis based on the amount of integers in defined set of numerical data

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