Lines, Line Segments, Parallel, Perpendicular Lines

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What is a line?

Back

A line is a straight path that extends infinitely in both directions.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is a line segment?

Back

A line segment is a part of a line that has two endpoints.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What are perpendicular lines?

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Perpendicular lines are lines that intersect at a right angle (90 degrees).

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What are parallel lines?

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Parallel lines are lines that never intersect and are always the same distance apart.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What is a vertical line?

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A vertical line goes up and down.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What is a horizontal line?

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A horizontal line goes side to side.

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How can you identify a line segment?

Back

A line segment has two endpoints and a definite length.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What is the difference between a line and a line segment?

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A line extends infinitely in both directions, while a line segment has two endpoints.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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Can two lines be both parallel and perpendicular?

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No, two lines cannot be both parallel and perpendicular at the same time.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What is an example of perpendicular lines in real life?

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The corners of a square or rectangle are examples of perpendicular lines.

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