Piecewise Functions

Definition

Piecewise functions are functions defined by different rules for different intervals within their domain. Each rule applies to specific ranges of inputs and together they form one complete function.

Related terms

Domain: The set of all possible input values for a function.

Continuous Function: A function that has no jumps, holes, or breaks in its graph.

Absolute Value Function: A type of piecewise function where one rule applies when the input is positive and another rule applies when the input is negative.