Substitute x approaching 1: Substitute the value of x approaching 1 into the function.limx→1x+7x−11=1+71−11
Perform calculations for numerator and denominator: Perform the calculations for the numerator and the denominator.Numerator: 1−11=−10Denominator: 1+7=8
Divide numerator by denominator: Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the limit.Limit: −810=−45
Simplify the fraction: Simplify the fraction if possible.−45 is already in simplest form.
Choose correct answer: Choose the correct answer from the given options.The calculated limit is −45, which corresponds to option (B).