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jump discontinuity

[jump discontinuity|jump discontinuity] is a noninfinite discontinuity where the function's sections do not meet up, characterized by a hole in the graph for removable discontinuities and a jump in value for [jump discontinuity|jump discontinuity].

Definition

jump discontinuity is a noninfinite discontinuity where the function's sections do not meet up, characterized by a hole in the graph for removable discontinuities and a jump in value for jump discontinuity.

Mechanism

jump discontinuity A jump discontinuity occurs when the left-hand limit and right-hand limit at a point are not equal, resulting in a sudden change in the function's value. This type of discontinuity is characterized by the function having distinct values approaching from the left and right sides.

Effects

jump discontinuity [jump discontinuity] occurs when both one-sided limits exist but differ, leading to a function value that cannot be redefined to make the function continuous. This type of discontinuity is identified by the existence of distinct finite limits from each side, which prevents the function from being continuous at that point.