Determine whether the given function f is continuous on the indicated intervals. f(x)=(1)/(x) (a

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Key Concepts

Interval Analysis

Interval analysis involves examining the behavior of a function over specific ranges of the independent variable. It is used to determine whether the function is continuously defined on those intervals by checking that all points within the interval adhere to the conditions for continuity, particularly considering if any points of potential discontinuity lie within the interval.

Discontinuities

Discontinuities occur at points where a function fails to be continuous. These can be categorized into types such as removable discontinuities, jump discontinuities, and infinite discontinuities. Recognizing and classifying these discontinuities is an important part of determining the overall continuity of a function on given intervals.

Continuity

Continuity refers to a property of functions where, intuitively, the graph of the function can be drawn without lifting the pen. Mathematically, a function is continuous at a point if the limit as the variable approaches that point equals the function’s value at that point, ensuring no breaks, jumps, or holes in the graph at that location.

Domain of a Function

The domain of a function is the set of all values for which the function is defined. When analyzing continuity, it is essential to first identify the domain because points at which the function is not defined can serve as natural boundaries for continuity and are automatically considered discontinuities.

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