Limits and Derivatives · JEE Preparation Mathematics

Evaluate the limit: lim{xto 2}frac{x^2-4}{x-2}.

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easy · MCQ · Q-C03C13

Evaluate the limit: lim⁡x→2x2−4x−2\lim_{x\to 2}\frac{x^2-4}{x-2}.

  1. A.2
  2. B.4Correct answer
  3. C.6
  4. D.Does not exist

Solution

Factor the numerator: x2−4=(x−2)(x+2)x^2-4=(x-2)(x+2). Therefore, the limit is lim⁡x→2(x+2)=4\lim_{x\to 2}(x+2)=4.

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