Question about the delta function

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The discussion centers on the delta function, with a suggestion that it is more appropriately categorized under "Calculus & Analysis" rather than "Linear Algebra." The original poster seeks clarification on the delta function, indicating a lack of responses in the linear algebra section. This highlights a potential gap in the forum's categorization of mathematical topics.

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No answer in the linear algebra section, so I'll try here. ("Calculus & analysis" would probably have been more appropriate than "linear algebra"). I have a question about the delta function. Link.
 
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