Math 408C

Second Midterm Review

1. Evaluate the limits
x

lim

x2 + 1 + x x+2

and
x+

lim

x2 + 1 + x . x+2

2.

Graph the function f (x) = (x 1)2 . x2 1

Make sure to indicate where it is increasing/decreasing, its relative concavity, and its asymptotic behavior.

3.

Evaluate the limit

sin(2x) . x0 sin(3x) lim

4.

Find the equations of the lines tangent to the circle x2 + y 2 = 4 at x =

2.

5.

A moderately disgruntled scientist invents a cubic balloon and begins to inate it at a rate of 9 cm3 /s. At what rate is the length of one of its sides increasing when its surface area is 6 cm3 ?

6.

A lazy employee discovers the probability that his boss will catch him leaving within the last two hours of work is p(t) = 2 + 2 t t2 , 4 t [0, 2].

When is the best time for him to attempt sneaking out? When is the worst time for him to attempt sneaking out?