Methods of Finding Limits in AP Calculus AB/BC

Definition

Methods of Finding Limits refer to various techniques used to determine the value or behavior of limits for different types of functions. These methods include direct substitution, factoring and canceling common factors, rationalizing expressions, using trigonometric identities or special limits properties.

Related terms

L'Hôpital's Rule:

A method used when evaluating limits involving indeterminate forms (such as 0/0 or ∞/∞) by taking the derivative of the numerator and denominator repeatedly until a determinate form is obtained.

Limit Laws: A set of rules that allow us to manipulate limits algebraically, including properties like the sum/difference rule, product rule, quotient rule, and power rule.

Trigonometric Limits: Special techniques used to evaluate limits involving trigonometric functions, such as using trigonometric identities or converting them into more manageable forms.