AP Calculus AB Infinite Limits and Asymptotes Test with Point Values (PDF)

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This asymptotes test for AP Calculus AB covers infinite limits and asymptotes (Common Core AP CALC AB 1.13, AP CALC AB 1.14, AP CALC AB 1.15), with a free PDF to print.

This test checks infinite limits, vertical and horizontal asymptotes, and limits at infinity (AP Calculus AB, 1.13, 1.14, 1.15). It has 8 questions worth 20 points in total. Allow 45 minutes, work without notes, and show all work, since justification earns points on the AP exam.

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About this test
  • Grade: AP Calculus AB
  • Chapter: Infinite Limits and Asymptotes
  • Standards: AP CALC AB 1.13, AP CALC AB 1.14, AP CALC AB 1.15
  • Time: 45 minutes
  • Total: 20 points

Asymptotes test: questions

Question 1 – One-sided infinite limits [2 pts]

Find \(\lim_{x\to 5^+} \frac{-2}{x-5}\) and \(\lim_{x\to 5^-} \frac{-2}{x-5}\).

Question 2 – Vertical asymptotes [2 pts]

Find all vertical asymptotes of \(f(x)=\frac{x-1}{x^{2}-1}\) and state where there is a hole.

Question 3 – Limits at infinity [3 pts]

Find each limit. (a) \(\lim_{x\to\infty}\frac{7x^{2}-x}{2x^{2}+5}\) (b) \(\lim_{x\to\infty}\frac{3x-4}{x^{3}+1}\) (c) \(\lim_{x\to\infty}\frac{x^{4}}{x^{2}+9}\).

Question 4 – Both directions [2 pts]

Find \(\lim_{x\to\infty}\frac{2x}{\sqrt{x^{2}+1}}\) and \(\lim_{x\to-\infty}\frac{2x}{\sqrt{x^{2}+1}}\).

Question 5 – Reading asymptotes [3 pts]

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The graph of g.

The graph shows \(g(x)=\frac{1}{(x+2)^{2}}+1\). (a) State \(\lim_{x\to -2} g(x)\). (1 point) (b) State \(\lim_{x\to\infty} g(x)\) and \(\lim_{x\to-\infty} g(x)\). (1 point) (c) Write the equations of both asymptotes. (1 point)

Question 6 – All asymptotes [3 pts]

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The graph of r(x) = 3(x + 1)/(x − 2).

Let \(r(x)=\frac{3x+3}{x-2}\). Find the vertical asymptote, the horizontal asymptote and both intercepts. Use the graph to check.

Question 7 – Average cost [2 pts]

A bakery’s average cost per loaf is \(A(n)=\frac{3n+90}{n}\) dollars when it bakes \(n\) loaves. (a) Find \(A(30)\). (1 point) (b) Find \(\lim_{n\to\infty}A(n)\) and interpret it. (1 point)

Question 8 – Leveling off [3 pts]

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Distance a drone travels, approaching a limit.

The speed of a cooling fan in rpm is modeled by \(D(t)=\frac{80t}{t+4}\) after \(t\) seconds. (a) Find \(D(4)\). (1 point) (b) Find \(\lim_{t\to\infty}D(t)\). (1 point) (c) Explain what the limit means for the fan. (1 point)

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Key facts behind this asymptotes test

Key facts
  • A vertical asymptote at x = a occurs when a one-sided limit there is infinite.
  • A horizontal asymptote y = L comes from a limit at infinity equal to L.
  • Rational functions: smaller top degree gives 0, equal degrees give the ratio of leading coefficients.
  • Check the sign on each side of a vertical asymptote to decide between +infinity and -infinity.

How to use this asymptotes test

Time yourself: the test is designed for an average student in 45 minutes. Answer the questions you are sure of first, then come back to the longer ones and check your units.

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