Consider the following function : f(x)= (x2 - 3x +2)/(x2-1) a) Find the limit of the function as x approaches -1, if it exists. b) Find the limit of the function as x approaches +1, if it exists. c) State whether the function is continuous over its domain. If it is not, name the values of x for which it is not continuous.

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  1. Consider the following function :

f(x)= (x- 3x +2)/(x2-1)

  1. a) Find the limit of the function as x approaches -1, if it exists.
  2. b) Find the limit of the function as x approaches +1, if it exists.
  3. c) State whether the function is continuous over its domain. If it is not, name the values of x for which it is not continuous.
  4. d) Use the quotient formula to determine the derivative of the function.
  5. e) Can the function be simplified ? If so, simplify the function.
  6. f) Graph the function. Show accurately any x and y intercepts and any asymptotes.
  7.  
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