Math Problem Statement
If f is a continuous function such that f(1) = 3 and f(7) = −2, then its graph must intersect the x-axis. give a piecewise counterexample of this statement
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Continuity
Piecewise Functions
Intermediate Value Theorem
Discontinuities
Formulas
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Theorems
Intermediate Value Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate (Advanced Calculus)
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