What is the "limit" in mathematics

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In mathematics, a limit describes the value that a function or sequence "approaches" as the input or index approaches some value. It's a fundamental concept in calculus.

For example, consider the function f(x) = (x² - 1)/(x - 1). As x gets closer and closer to 1, the value of f(x) gets closer and closer to 2. We say the limit of f(x) as x approaches 1 is 2.

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