Lesson 4: 2.4 The Precise Definition of a Limit
Duration of Days: 3
Lesson Objective
Students will understand the precise mathematical definition of a limit by being able to find delta when given a specific epsilon.
1. What does the notation for the precise definition of a limit mean?
2. What is epsilon, what is delta, and what is their relationship?
3. How do we apply this definition to infinite limits?
- delta/epsilon
- infinite limits
(Limits)
Precise Definition of a Limit:
DOK levels 1-4
- students often struggle with the general concept of this section - it can be reinforced graphically
Homogeneous grouping with whole-class discussion
section assessment
Problems assigned from book