Constant Functions: ε-δ Proof for Continuity

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Homework Statement


Hi all

How can I show that a constant function defined on a closed interval is continuous on that same interval using a ε-δ proof?

I have f(x)=c on the interval. Then I write

f(x)-f(a) = c-c = 0

for some point a in the interval. But what to do from here?
 
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