Concept explainers
To find: who gave the correct statement, Misae or Alex, and why.
Answer to Problem 4CFU
Alex is correct.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Misae’s statement: The step graph does not represent the function because the graph is not connected.
Alex’s statement: The step graph does not represent the function because there is only one y for every value of x.
Calculation:
Misae is applying the definition of a continuous function instead of function. That’s why her statement is wrong.
Alex is statement justifies the definition of a function. That’s why his statement is correct.
Chapter 1 Solutions
Advanced Mathematical Concepts: Precalculus with Applications, Student Edition
Additional Math Textbook Solutions
Thomas' Calculus: Early Transcendentals (14th Edition)
Calculus: Early Transcendentals (2nd Edition)
Single Variable Calculus: Early Transcendentals (2nd Edition) - Standalone book
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