In calculus, what is the horizontal asymptote of the rational function as ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C.
- Step 1: Evaluate . Step 2. Since degrees are equal, the limit is the ratio of leading coefficients . Thus . **Answer: . Why not the others:** omits division by 2; is for higher degree denominators; uses the numerator constant.
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