Calculus, 10th Edition (Anton)

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Chapter 1 - Limits and Continuity - 1.1 Limits (An Intuitive Approach) - Exercises Set 1.1 - Page 61: 34

Answer

If the limit is $0$, pros include offering a real value for the limit that is equivalent to the value of the function at $0$. Cons include neglecting to consider that the limit from the left does not exist, and therefore, ignoring the definition of a limit.

Work Step by Step

If the limit is undefined, pros include following the definition of a limit where the left and right limits exist and are equal to each other. Cons include offering limited information about the nature of the function near $x=0$.
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