Honors Algebra II with Trigonometry Mrs. Stacey Piecewise Functions Honors Algebra II with Trigonometry Mrs. Stacey

Essential Stuff Essential Question Essential Vocabulary How do you graph linear functions? Essential Vocabulary Linear Function Slope Intercepts

Piecewise Functions A piecewise function is a function that has different rules for parts of its domain. In other words, a piecewise function is made up of different pieces. Each “piece” is an equation, with its domain written as an inequality.

Continuity A function is called continuous if it has no jumps, breaks, or holes. You can trace the entirety of a continuous function without lifting your pencil. Some piecewise functions are continuous, while others are not. Examples

Homework 2.7: Piecewise Functions