Is this function x/sinx continuous?

In summary, the function x/sinx is continuous wherever the denominator is nonzero, but is not defined or continuous at the points where the denominator is zero. It can be extended to be continuous at x=0, but overall it is not continuous on the entire domain. This can be seen by looking at a plot of the function.
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DrunkenPhD
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Can we judge about continuity of function x/sinx??
Many examples in Google about sinx/x or xsinx but nothing about this function?
Is there any special case?
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It is continuous wherever the denominator is nonzero, because it is the quotient of two continuous functions.
 
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DrunkenPhD said:
As I said, it is continuous wherever the denominator is nonzero. The denominator is zero at ##x=n\pi## where ##n## is any integer. The function is not even defined at these points, let alone continuous. It is defined and continuous everywhere else. Putting it another way, it is continuous on its domain.
 
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it also has a slight extension which is continuous at x=0, since there is a finite limit there, namely extend the function to equal 1 at x=0.
 
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I agree with previous posters; the issue is one of whether the function can be extended continuously into a Real-valued function defined on the Reals.
 
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Exactly^^. The function as whole (i.e., on the domain (-∞, ∞)) is not continuous. However, if you restrict the domain and focus on specific intervals, then yes, it is continuous. Just look at a plot of the function for reassurance.
 

FAQ: Is this function x/sinx continuous?

What is the definition of continuity?

The definition of continuity for a function is that it has no abrupt changes or breaks in its graph. This means that there are no gaps, holes, or jumps in the graph of the function.

How do I determine if a function is continuous at a specific point?

To determine if a function is continuous at a specific point, you need to check if the limit of the function as x approaches that point is equal to the value of the function at that point. If these two values are equal, then the function is continuous at that point.

What is the difference between point and interval continuity?

Point continuity refers to the continuity of a function at a specific point, as described in the definition of continuity. Interval continuity, on the other hand, refers to the continuity of a function over an interval of values, meaning that the function is continuous for all values within that interval.

Is a function always continuous if it is differentiable?

No, a function is not always continuous if it is differentiable. A function can be differentiable at a specific point, but it may not be continuous at that point if there is a break or discontinuity in the graph.

Can a function be continuous at one point and discontinuous at another?

Yes, it is possible for a function to be continuous at one point and discontinuous at another. This means that the function may have a break or discontinuity at one point, but is still continuous at other points along its graph.

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