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Multiple Representations of Limits
After an introductory activity to demonstrate the theory of a limit, additional activities approach a limit from graphical, numerical, and algebraic methods. The activity looks at the multiple ways of understanding and evaluating a limit.
Flipped Math
Calculus AB/BC - Determining Limits Using Algebraic Manipulation
Sometimes a little manipulation goes a long way. The sixth of 18 videos in Unit 1 - Limits and Continuity shows viewers how to use algebraic manipulation to determine limits. They first use substitution and factoring, then apply special...
CK-12 Foundation
Limits of Polynomial and Rational Functions: Evaluating the Limits of the Quadratic Function
Push an engaging resource to the limit. The interactive allows learners to find a limit on quadratic functions graphically. Using sliders, pupils set the x-value for the limit and to move values from the left and right toward the limit.
CK-12 Foundation
Limit of a Sequence: Finding the Limit of a Sequence (Part 3)
Limit the view of sequences on both sides of the axis. Learners explore an alternating sign sequence. Using a graphical display of the first 10 terms of the sequence, pupils determine the formula for the general term. they then use the...
Curated OER
Worksheet 5: Property Limits and the Squeeze Theorem
In this math worksheet, students answer 6 questions regarding given limits in a table of data, properties of limits and the Squeeze Theorem.
CK-12 Foundation
Limit of a Sequence: Finding the Limit of a Sequence (Part 2)
What does it mean if young mathematicians cannot put the squeeze on a sequence? Learners investigate a divergent sequence and find the formula for the nth term. Using the definition of a limit of a sequence, pupils try to find the limit...
CK-12 Foundation
Limit of a Sequence: Finding the Limit of a Sequence (Part 4)
Take a look at another alternating sequence. The resource provides a graphical display of a sequence that alternates between two values. Pupils use the display to determine whether the sequence has a limit. Given a theory of limit,...
Curated OER
Explorations 5: Introduction to Limits
In this limit learning exercise, students find the interval values of given functions. They identify constants, and plot graphs. This three-page learning exercise contains approximately 20 problems.
CK-12 Foundation
Infinite Limit Type: Properties of Limits
Limits can provide some valuable information about graphs. A slider interactive lets learners see the behavior of a graph around asymptotes. They investigate relationships between limits and asymptotes.
DK Publishing
Subtraction with 3-Digit Numbers #3
Get plenty of subtraction practice with 25 subtraction problems. Using their borrowing skills, second or third graders work through the first twenty problems, then solve five problems with decimals to the hundredths. A good opportunity...
Curated OER
Sudoku Puzzle with Limits
For this limit problems worksheet, students solve 28 limits problems. Students find the limits of various functions as x approaches a certain number. Students solve a sudoku puzzle with their answers.
Curated OER
Open Sets, Limits, Continuity
In this open sets instructional activity, students give characteristics of an open set under given conditions. They graph functions and define limits. This two-page instructional activity contains 3 multi-step problems with explanations.
Shodor Education Foundation
InteGreat
Hands-on investigation of Riemann sums becomes possible without intensive arithmetic gymnastics with this interactive lesson plan. Learners manipulate online graphing tools to develop and test theories about right, left, and midpoint...
CK-12 Foundation
Basic Trigonometric Limits: Evaluating Limits of tan(x)
Chase a periodic moving limit. Learners graphically determine the limit of the tangent function at different input values. Using sliders, pupils find out whether the tangent function approaches the same value from the left and the right....
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Calculus AB/BC - Determining Limits Using Algebraic Properties
Taking calculus doesn't mean one can forget all about algebra. Viewers of an educational video learn how to determine limits using algebraic properties. They apply basic operations to calculate limits and use substitution to find one-...
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Calculus AB/BC End of Unit 1 Review: Limits and Continuity
Test the limits of one's knowledge on continuity. The last of 18 installments in Unit 1 - Limits and Continuity is an end-of-unit review learning exercise. Individuals identify and classify discontinuities, investigate continuity at a...
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Calculus AB/BC - Limits at Infinity and Horizontal Asymptotes
Learning about end behavior means it's close to the end of the unit. The 16th of 18 lessons in Unit 1 - Limits and Continuity has scholars watch a video to learn how limits at infinity can be used to determine horizontal asymptotes and...
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Calculus AB/BC - Determining Limits Using the Squeeze Theorem
Sandwich the video in between lessons. Scholars learn about the Squeeze Theorem, or Sandwich Theorem, in the eighth of 18 videos in Unit 1 - Limits and Continuity. After seeing a few examples, they look at different situations to...
CK-12 Foundation
One-Sided Limit Type: Limit Notation and Graphs
A one-sided limit is no less important than a two-sided limit. Young mathematicians use an interactive to match limit notation to graphs. The exercise requires interpreting how one-sided limits connect to features of graphs.
CK-12 Foundation
Limit of a Sequence: Finding the Limit of a Sequence (Part 1)
Put a squeeze on a sequence. An interactive provides a graphical display of a sequence. Using the graph, learners determine the algebraic expression for the sequence. Pupils use the general definition of a limit of a sequence to find the...
CK-12 Foundation
Evaluate Limits Using Graphs and Tables: Where Is That Limit?
Limits are made easy through graphs and tables. An easy-to-use interactive lets users change a function on a coordinate plane. They relate graphs and tables to the limit at a specific value.
CK-12 Foundation
One-Sided Limit Type: One-Sided Limits
Not everything that's one-sided is bad. A slider interactive aids learners in investigating one-sided limits from graphs. A set of challenge questions assesses their understanding of the relationship between one- and two-sided limits.
CK-12 Foundation
Infinite Limit Type: Evaluating Limits of Rational Functions
Rational functions become less mysterious when you know about limits. Individuals use an interactive to move a rational function on a coordinate plane and to investigate function values for certain x-values. They see how the limit...
CK-12 Foundation
Evaluate Limits Using Graphs and Tables: Evaluate the Limits
Discontinuities in the graph? No worries. Pupils investigate the limit of a function given graphically using an interactive. The graph has removable and jump discontinuities.