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At which one of these values does have a jump discontinuity? A) x=a

B) x=b
C) x=c
D) x=d

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Final answer:

Without a specific function or graph to reference, it is not possible to accurately identify a jump discontinuity at x=a, x=b, x=c, or x=d. Jump discontinuities occur when a function's one-sided limits are finite but not equal at a certain point.

So option (B) is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine which value corresponds to a jump discontinuity, we need more context or a function to analyze. A jump discontinuity occurs when there is a sudden change in the value of the function at a certain point, meaning the left-hand limit and the right-hand limit of the function at that point are not equal; however, both one-sided limits are finite.

Without the specific function provided or a graph to refer to, it is impossible to accurately assign a jump discontinuity to any of the given values: x=a, x=b, x=c, or x=d.

In the provided reference information, there is mention of line behavior and slopes but no direct indication of a jump discontinuity for any of the provided choices.

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