Compare the mathematical meaning of the word limit with its commonly used meanings. for the word’s mathematical meaning, think of how it was defined and used in this unit. for the word’s common meanings, start with the usage of limit as it is used in everyday speech, but also consider idioms and expressions that leverage the common meaning of limit in creative conversation

In everyday life, limits are things that are usually set in place to not be passed. For example, a credit line limit on a credit card gives you a set amount of money you can spend, but they no longer have money to spend once the cardholder has reached the limit. Or, on the other hand, the speed limits set in place on roads and highways are supposed to be followed, but many people exceed the limit, risking consequence. In the world of Mathematics, limit refers to when we want to answer but can't, so instead mathematicians say exactly what is going on by using the special word "limit". Ignoring what happens when we get there, the answer gets closer and closer to a specific number as we get closer and closer. But in the real world, limit refers to "a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass." Such as, the speed limit, the number of cookies your Mom allows you to eat at night, or even boundaries you might put up.

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