Definition--Functions and Relations Concepts--Discrete Functions
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Definition--Functions and Relations Concepts--Discrete Functions

Discrete Functions

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Topic

Functions and Relations

Definition

Discrete functions are functions that are defined only for a set of discrete points.

Description

Discrete functions are important in mathematics because they describe functions that are not continuous but instead consist of distinct, separate points. These functions are often used in computer science, digital signal processing, and combinatorics. For example, a function that assigns a grade to each student in a class based on test scores is discrete. Mathematically, discrete functions can be represented using sequences or sets of ordered pairs. Understanding discrete functions is crucial for analyzing data in fields where measurements are taken at specific intervals or where values are inherently distinct.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.B.5, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.C.7, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.BF.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.BF.B.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.BF.B.4
Grade Range 6 - 9
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • Functions and Relations
        • Special Functions
Copyright Year 2021
Keywords definition, function, relations, glossary terms, discrete functions