A function is defined by h(x)= x^ 2 -4 x-2

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · AP · Calculus AB · Differentiation: Definition and Fundamental Properties · Differentiation: Definition and Fundamental Properties

Problem

A function hh is defined by h(x)=x2−4x−2.h(x)=\frac{x^{2}-4}{x-2}. The graph of hh has a removable discontinuity at x=2x=2. (a) Determine the domain of hh and express your answer in interval notation. (b) Explain whether hh is differentiable at x=2x=2. Include a discussion of the relationship between differentiability and continuity at that point. (c) A new function kk is defined by k(x)=h(x)k(x)=h(x) for x≠2x\neq2 and k(2)=4k(2)=4. Determine whether kk is differentiable at x=2x=2. Justify your conclusion.

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