Math Problem Statement

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Use the given graph of the function f to determine the type of discontinuity at each x-value.

Solution

Let's analyze the graph to determine the types of discontinuities at each xx-value.

  1. At x=4x = -4:

    • From the graph, it appears that the function has a jump discontinuity at x=4x = -4. There are two distinct parts of the graph on either side of x=4x = -4, indicating that the left-hand and right-hand limits do not match.
  2. At x=2x = -2:

    • At this point, the graph shows a removable discontinuity because there is a hole at x=2x = -2, but the graph approaches the same value from both sides. The function is not defined at this point, but the limits from the left and right are equal.
  3. At x=2x = 2:

    • The graph suggests a removable discontinuity here as well. There is a hole at x=2x = 2, but the function could be redefined to fill the hole, as the left-hand and right-hand limits match.
  4. At x=4x = 4:

    • The graph seems to exhibit a jump discontinuity at x=4x = 4, similar to the case at x=4x = -4. The left-hand and right-hand limits do not approach the same value, and there is a jump between two parts of the function.

If you'd like more details on any of these, feel free to ask!

Here are some follow-up questions for deeper understanding:

  1. How can you formally define the different types of discontinuities?
  2. What is the difference between a removable discontinuity and a jump discontinuity?
  3. Can a function be continuous at a point where it has a removable discontinuity if redefined?
  4. How do limits from the left-hand side and right-hand side relate to determining the type of discontinuity?
  5. How would you find discontinuities algebraically, rather than just graphically?

Tip: Always check if the left-hand and right-hand limits are equal when identifying discontinuities!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Discontinuities
Limits
Graphs of Functions

Formulas

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Theorems

Limit Theorem
Discontinuity Types (Jump, Removable, Infinite)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12