Types of Lines

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What are parallel lines?

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Lines that never meet and are always the same distance apart.

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What are intersecting lines?

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Lines that cross each other at one point.

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What are perpendicular lines?

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Lines that intersect at a right angle (90 degrees).

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Can parallel lines ever meet?

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No, parallel lines never meet.

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What is an example of parallel lines in real life?

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The edges of a ruler.

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What is an example of intersecting lines in real life?

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The intersection of roads.

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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.

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How can you identify parallel lines in a picture?

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Look for lines that are equidistant and never touch.

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How can you identify intersecting lines in a picture?

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Look for lines that cross each other.

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How can you identify perpendicular lines in a picture?

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Look for lines that meet at a right angle.