Asymptote (geometry)

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For the vector graphics language, see Asymptote (Vector Graphics Language).

An asymptote is a line or curve that a certain function approaches.

Asymptotes can be of three different kinds: horizontal, vertical or slanted (oblique).

Horizontal Asymptotes

Vertical Asymptotes

Slanted Asymptotes

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