Math Problem Statement

Determine the points on the interval [0,4] where the function has a discontinuity. At each point, state the violated conditions of continuity.

Solution

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Problem Summary:

You are asked to:

  • Determine the points on the interval [0,4][0,4] where the function has a discontinuity.
  • For each discontinuity point, state which condition from the continuity checklist is violated:
    1. f(a)f(a) is defined (i.e., aa is in the domain of ff).
    2. limxaf(x)\lim_{x \to a} f(x) exists.
    3. limxaf(x)=f(a)\lim_{x \to a} f(x) = f(a) (i.e., the value of the limit equals the function's value).

The graph represents the function f(x)f(x) over the interval [0,4][0,4].

Analysis of the Graph:

  • The graph is continuous except at x=2x = 2, where there is a jump discontinuity.
    • At x=2x = 2, the left-hand limit limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to 2^-} f(x) is not equal to the right-hand limit limx2+f(x)\lim_{x \to 2^+} f(x).
    • Therefore, the function f(x)f(x) is discontinuous at x=2x = 2.

Violation of Continuity Conditions at x=2x = 2:

  • f(2)f(2) is defined, so the first condition holds.
  • However, limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to 2} f(x) does not exist because the left-hand limit and right-hand limit differ.
  • Therefore, the second condition is violated.

Answer:

  • The function is discontinuous at x=2x = 2.
  • The violated condition is: the limit does not exist (condition 2).

Would you like any more details on this? Here are some related questions that can expand your understanding:

  1. What are the different types of discontinuities (jump, removable, infinite)?
  2. How do you calculate limits graphically?
  3. Why does a discontinuity at x=2x = 2 in this graph count as a jump discontinuity?
  4. What is the difference between left-hand and right-hand limits?
  5. Can a function have more than one discontinuity within a given interval?

Tip: Always check both one-sided limits when looking for discontinuities in graphs!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Continuity
Limits
Discontinuities

Formulas

Continuity: f(a) is defined, lim(x→a) f(x) exists, lim(x→a) f(x) = f(a)

Theorems

Definition of Continuity
Limit Theorems

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12