Math Problem Statement
Analyze the function f(x) at x = 2 and determine whether f(2) is defined, whether the limit exists, and if the function is continuous at x = 2.
Solution
Let's analyze the graph of the function at and address each of the given statements.
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is defined.
- Looking at the graph, at , there is a hollow circle (indicating the function is not defined there), but there is a solid dot at corresponding to . Therefore, is defined as 1.
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exists.
- To check if the limit exists at , we need to check the left-hand and right-hand limits.
- As (from the left), approaches 0.
- As (from the right), also approaches 0.
- Since both limits are the same, the limit exists and equals 0.
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.
- From the previous points, we know and . Since these two values are not equal, this statement is false.
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The function is continuous at .
- For a function to be continuous at , three conditions must hold:
- is defined (this is true; ).
- exists (this is true; the limit is 0).
- (this is false because the limit is 0 and ).
- Therefore, the function is not continuous at .
- For a function to be continuous at , three conditions must hold:
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The function is not continuous at .
- Since the function fails the condition , the function is indeed not continuous at .
Conclusion:
The correct statements are:
- is defined.
- exists.
- The function is not continuous at .
Would you like any more details on these answers?
Here are 5 related questions for further practice:
- What are the conditions for a function to be continuous at a point?
- What is the difference between one-sided and two-sided limits?
- How can you tell if a function is discontinuous at a point?
- Can a function have a limit at a point but not be continuous at that point?
- What happens to the graph of a function if the limit at a point does not exist?
Tip: Always check the one-sided limits when determining whether a limit exists at a point.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Limits
Continuity of Functions
Definition of Functions
Formulas
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Theorems
Limit definition
Continuity definition
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12