Since we want to find the value of <em>k</em><em> </em>where the limit exists, set both equations equal to each other. Then substitute <em>x</em> = -1 in for each equation to find <em>k</em><em>.</em>
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1. Set both equations equal.
2. Substitute <em>x</em><em> </em>= -1.
3. Solve for <em>k</em><em> </em>by adding <em>k</em><em> </em>to both sides. Continue the process of solving the equation.
Thus, <em>k</em><em> </em>= -2. Check by graphing the function.