Math Problem Statement

Using the figure below, which of the following statements are true?

Solution

Let's analyze the graph and statements based on the image you uploaded.

1. Statement A: limx2f(x)=2\lim_{x \to -2} f(x) = -2

  • From the graph, as xx approaches 2-2, the function value approaches 2-2. Therefore, this statement is true.

2. Statement B: f(x) is continuous at x=0f(x) \text{ is continuous at } x = 0

  • Continuity at x=0x = 0 requires that:
    1. f(0)f(0) is defined.
    2. limx0f(x)\lim_{x \to 0} f(x) exists.
    3. limx0f(x)=f(0)\lim_{x \to 0} f(x) = f(0).
  • Looking at the graph, there is a jump discontinuity at x=0x = 0 (since the left and right limits don't match), so this statement is false.

3. Statement C: limx2f(x)=\lim_{x \to 2} f(x) = \infty

  • At x=2x = 2, the function approaches a finite value (which appears to be 22), not \infty. Therefore, this statement is false.

4. Statement D: limx4f(x)=f(4)\lim_{x \to 4} f(x) = f(4)

  • For x=4x = 4, the graph shows that the limit as x4x \to 4 from the left is equal to f(4)f(4), which is defined and equals 44. So, this statement is true.

5. Statement E: limx0+f(x)=limx0f(x)\lim_{x \to 0^+} f(x) = \lim_{x \to 0^-} f(x)

  • As xx approaches 00 from the left (x0x \to 0^-), the function value approaches 2. As xx approaches 0 from the right (x0+x \to 0^+), the function value approaches 4. These limits are not equal, so this statement is false.

Correct Answers:

  • A and D are correct.

Would you like further details on any of these points?

5 Relative Questions:

  1. What conditions must be met for a function to be continuous at a point?
  2. How can we evaluate limits graphically at specific points?
  3. What causes a discontinuity at x=0x = 0 on the graph?
  4. Why is limx2f(x)\lim_{x \to 2} f(x) not infinite in this case?
  5. How can we determine if left-hand and right-hand limits are equal?

Tip:

Always check both the left-hand and right-hand limits when determining whether a function is continuous at a point or whether the limit exists.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Continuity
Discontinuity
Left-hand and right-hand limits

Formulas

lim (x -> a) f(x) = L
Continuity definition: A function is continuous at a point if f(c) is defined, lim (x -> c) f(x) exists, and lim (x -> c) f(x) = f(c)

Theorems

Definition of limits
Conditions for continuity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12