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AP Calculus ABhardmcq1 pt

Consider the function f(x) = 1 / (x - 3). Which of the following statements is true about the behavior of the function f(x) as x approaches 3?

A.D) The function f(x) approaches a minimum as x approaches 3.
B.C) The function f(x) approaches a maximum as x approaches 3.
C.B) The function f(x) does not approach a limit as x approaches 3.
D.A) The function f(x) approaches a limit as x approaches 3.

Explanation

Core Concept

The primary reason this is true is that the function f(x) is not defined at x = 3, and the value of the function approaches infinity as x approaches 3 from the left and negative infinity as x approaches 3 from the right. Therefore, the function does not approach a limit as x approaches 3. Options A and D are incorrect because the function does not approach a limit; option C is incorrect because the function does not approach a maximum.

Correct Answer

B

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