Lines, Segments, Points, Rays: Flashcardzes #2

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What is a point?

Back

An exact location in space.

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What is a line?

Back

A straight path of points that goes on and on in two directions.

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Back

Line segment xy.

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What is a line segment?

Back

A part of a line between two endpoints.

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What is a ray?

Back

A part of a line that starts with an endpoint and goes on forever in one direction.

Front

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

Back

A line goes on forever in both directions, while a line segment has two endpoints.

Front

How many endpoints does a ray have?

Back

One endpoint.

Front

Can two lines intersect?

Back

Yes, two lines can intersect at a point.

Front

What is the notation for a line segment between points A and B?

Back

Front

What is the notation for a ray starting at point A and passing through point B?

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