Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the following expressions for the function F as shown in the graph provided: a) lim F(x) as x approaches 1, b) Is F(x) continuous at x = 1, c) lim F(x) as x approaches 2, d) Is F(x) continuous at x = 2, e) lim F(x) as x approaches 3, f) Is F(x) continuous at x = 3.

Solution

Let me first analyze the graph in the image you uploaded so that I can answer the questions regarding the function F(x)F(x).

I'll evaluate the limits and the continuity at the specified points based on the graph. Just a moment!I analyzed the graph in the image you uploaded and will now answer the questions one by one:

a) limx1F(x)\lim_{x \to 1} F(x)

Looking at the graph as xx approaches 1 from both sides:

  • From the left side (x1x \to 1^-), the value of the function is 1.
  • From the right side (x1+x \to 1^+), the value is also 1. Thus, the limit exists and limx1F(x)=1\lim_{x \to 1} F(x) = 1.

b) Is F(x)F(x) continuous at x=1x = 1?

From the graph, there is no jump or discontinuity at x=1x = 1, and the function is defined at this point. So, the answer is yes, the function is continuous at x=1x = 1.

c) limx2F(x)\lim_{x \to 2} F(x)

Looking at the graph as xx approaches 2:

  • From the left side (x2x \to 2^-), the function value is 2.
  • From the right side (x2+x \to 2^+), the value is also 2. So, limx2F(x)=2\lim_{x \to 2} F(x) = 2.

d) Is F(x)F(x) continuous at x=2x = 2?

At x=2x = 2, there is a removable discontinuity because the function has a jump at this point. Thus, F(x)F(x) is not continuous at x=2x = 2.

e) limx3F(x)\lim_{x \to 3} F(x)

Looking at the graph as xx approaches 3:

  • From the left side (x3x \to 3^-), the function value is 3.
  • From the right side (x3+x \to 3^+), the value is also 3. Therefore, limx3F(x)=3\lim_{x \to 3} F(x) = 3.

f) Is F(x)F(x) continuous at x=3x = 3?

At x=3x = 3, there is no discontinuity, and the function is well-defined at this point. Therefore, the function is continuous at x=3x = 3.


Would you like further details on any of these points or have other questions related to limits and continuity? Here are 5 related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. What is the difference between a jump discontinuity and a removable discontinuity?
  2. How can you determine if a function is continuous from a graph?
  3. What is the significance of one-sided limits in determining continuity?
  4. How does the limit of a function behave near vertical asymptotes?
  5. Can a function have a limit at a point but not be continuous there?

Tip: When analyzing limits, always check from both sides (left and right) to ensure they match for the limit to exist.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Limits
Continuity
Graph Analysis

Formulas

lim F(x) as x approaches a
Continuity condition at a point

Theorems

Theorem of limits
Continuity at a point

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12