Undefined points of a function

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This discussion focuses on identifying undefined points of a function, particularly in the context of complex functions. Key algebraic indications include division by zero and taking the square root of negative numbers, both of which result in undefined points. Participants seek additional methods or formulas to determine undefined points in functions, emphasizing the need for clarity in distinguishing between complex as in complicated versus complex as in real and imaginary components.

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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:
 

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