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JEEMathsLimits & ContinuityClass 12

What is the difference between limit and value of a function?

The limit is what f(x) approaches near a point; the value is what f actually equals there — they can differ at a discontinuity.

The limit is what f(x) approaches near a point; the value is what f actually equals there — they can differ at a discontinuity. A reliable way to keep them apart is to focus on what each one is defined by, not just the similar-sounding words.

Key point

limit vs value of a function

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