Limit of (x^2 - 1) / (x - 1) as x approaches 1

Published on October 19, 2024

The limit of (x² - 1) / (x - 1) as x approaches 1 is 2. This is found by factoring the numerator (difference of squares) and canceling the common factor of (x - 1).

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Find the limit of f(x) = (x² - 1) / (x - 1) as x approaches 1

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