SOLUTION: Explain why the function is discontinuous at the given number a . sketch the graph of the function f(x)=(1)/(x+2) a=-2

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Question 987938: Explain why the function is discontinuous at the given number a . sketch the graph of the function
f(x)=(1)/(x+2)
a=-2

Answer by josgarithmetic(39620)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
f(x)=(1)/(x+2)
a=-2
x=-2

f(-2) is undefined for your function, so no point at x=-2. Instead, sign changes around x=-2, leading to vertical asymptote at x=-2.


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