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==Example Of A Problem Using Distinct Lines==
 
==Example Of A Problem Using Distinct Lines==
 
How many distinct lines can you draw on a 5x5 grid that intersect at least two points on the grid?
 
How many distinct lines can you draw on a 5x5 grid that intersect at least two points on the grid?
 
===Irony===
 
Ironically, the above problem is one of my homework questions, and I still haven't solved it. The one thing I know is that the answer is NOT 24. (If you are able to solve the problem, please notify me!)
 
  
 
==Follow Up==
 
==Follow Up==
If anyone would like more information on distinct lines, please feel free to message me. I hope I helped!
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If anyone would like more information on distinct lines, please feel free to message me at @owlmathlove. I hope I helped!

Latest revision as of 19:31, 19 November 2015

What Is A Distinct Line?

Distinct lines are two or more lines that intersect at one point or less. This means that they cannot have the same equation.

Example Of A Problem Using Distinct Lines

How many distinct lines can you draw on a 5x5 grid that intersect at least two points on the grid?

Follow Up

If anyone would like more information on distinct lines, please feel free to message me at @owlmathlove. I hope I helped!