Math Problem Statement
Solution
From the graph you uploaded, you are being asked to determine the discontinuities in the function at various -values. For each discontinuity, you need to classify the type of continuity:
- Continuous from the left: The function approaches the same value from the left as it is at the point.
- Continuous from the right: The function approaches the same value from the right as it is at the point.
- Neither: The function is discontinuous from both directions (left and right).
Let's analyze the points of discontinuity:
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At : The function has an open circle, meaning that it does not have a value at , and there is no continuity from either the left or the right. This is a discontinuity where neither side is continuous.
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At : The graph has a filled point on the left and an open circle on the right. This suggests that the function is continuous from the left, but not from the right.
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At : There is no apparent discontinuity at , so the function is continuous at this point.
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At : The graph has an open circle, suggesting a discontinuity. However, the function approaches a value from both sides, but it does not exist at . This is a discontinuity where neither the left nor the right side is continuous.
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At : The graph drops down, showing a jump discontinuity. The function is continuous from the left but not from the right.
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At : The graph stops at with an open circle, indicating a discontinuity. It is discontinuous from both sides, so neither side is continuous here.
Summary of discontinuities:
- : Neither
- : Continuous from the left
- : Neither
- : Continuous from the left
- : Neither
Would you like more details on how to classify types of discontinuities or have any questions about the specific points on the graph?
Follow-up Questions:
- What are the conditions for a function to be continuous at a point?
- How is a "removable discontinuity" different from a "jump discontinuity"?
- What does it mean for a function to be continuous from the right or left?
- How can discontinuities affect the limit of a function at a given point?
- What other types of discontinuities exist besides "jump" and "removable"?
Tip:
For a function to be continuous at a point, the left-hand limit, right-hand limit, and the function's value at the point must all be equal.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Continuity
Discontinuities in functions
Left-hand limit
Right-hand limit
Formulas
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Theorems
Definition of continuity
Types of discontinuities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 (Precalculus or Calculus level)