Piecewise Functions
Defining and graphing functions that are composed of multiple sub-functions, each defined over a certain interval.
Key Questions
- Explain how to evaluate a piecewise function for a given input.
- Construct the graph of a piecewise function from its algebraic definition.
- Analyze real-world situations that can be modeled effectively using piecewise functions.
Common Core State Standards
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