Chapter 10. Functions: Everyone has limits
Some equations are like suburban neighborhoods... they’re fenced in.
You’ll find that in the real world, many equations are limited. There are only certain values that an equation is good for. For instance, you can’t drive a car -5 miles or dig a hole 13 feet up. In those cases, you need to set boundaries on your equations. And when it comes to putting some limits on your equations, there’s nothing better than a function. A function? What the heck is that? Well, turn the page, and find out... through the lens of reality TV.
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