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