Undefined points of a function

In summary, algebraic indications that a complex function does not exist at a given point include evaluating the function resulting in dividing by zero or taking the square root of a negative number. Other ways to conclude the point does not exist on the function may include using a formula to determine undefined points. However, this does not apply to complex numbers as defined points.
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Apart from visualizing firstly the maximum bounds of a function on a graph (domain), what are algebraic indications that some complex function does not exist at a given point? I know that if you evaluate a function that results in dividing by zero, the point is undefined. If you end up taking a square root of a negative number, the point was undefined.

Are there other ways to conclude the point does not exist on the function? Is there a formula that spits out the points that are undefined of a function?
 
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Square1 said:
what are algebraic indications that some complex function does not exist at a given point?
Do you mean complex as in complicated or as in real+imaginary?
If you end up taking a square root of a negative number, the point was undefined.
Evidently not the latter. :smile:
 

1. What is an undefined point of a function?

An undefined point of a function is a point on the graph where the function does not have a value. This means that the output of the function is not defined at that specific point.

2. How do you identify an undefined point of a function?

An undefined point of a function can be identified by looking at the domain of the function. If there are any values in the domain that cause the function to be undefined, then those points are considered undefined points of the function.

3. Why do some functions have undefined points?

Some functions have undefined points because certain inputs or values in the domain cause the function to break a mathematical rule or become undefined. For example, dividing by zero is undefined, so if a function has a point where the input is zero, it will have an undefined point.

4. Can an undefined point be plotted on a graph?

No, an undefined point cannot be plotted on a graph because it does not have a specific value. However, the graph can show a gap or a break at the point where the function is undefined.

5. How do you handle undefined points in a function?

To handle undefined points in a function, you can either specify that the function is undefined at that point or use a limit to determine the behavior of the function as it approaches the undefined point. In some cases, the undefined point can also be removed by simplifying the function or finding a new domain for the function.

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