Question:

The value of \[ \lim_{x\to 1}\left(\frac{x^3-1}{x-1}\right) \] is

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Use \(x^3-1=(x-1)(x^2+x+1)\) for limits involving \(x\to 1\).
  • \(0\)
  • \(1\)
  • \(3\)
  • Limit does not exist
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation


Step 1:
Factorize: \[ x^3-1=(x-1)(x^2+x+1) \]

Step 2:
\[ \frac{x^3-1}{x-1} = \frac{(x-1)(x^2+x+1)}{x-1} \]

Step 3:
Cancel \((x-1)\): \[ =x^2+x+1 \]

Step 4:
Put \(x=1\): \[ 1^2+1+1=3 \] \[ \boxed{3} \]
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