To solve the problem of identifying whether each figure represents a
line,
ray, or
line segment, we need to understand the definitions of these geometric concepts:
1.
Line: A line extends infinitely in both directions. It has no endpoints.
2.
Ray: A ray has one endpoint and extends infinitely in one direction.
3.
Line Segment: A line segment has two endpoints and is finite in length.
Now, let's analyze each figure step by step:
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Figure 1:
- The figure has two endpoints.
- It does not extend infinitely in either direction.
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Conclusion: This is a
line segment.
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Figure 2:
- The figure has one endpoint (indicated by the arrowhead on one side).
- It extends infinitely in one direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
ray.
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Figure 3:
- The figure has two endpoints.
- It does not extend infinitely in either direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
line segment.
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Figure 4:
- The figure has two endpoints.
- It does not extend infinitely in either direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
line segment.
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Figure 5:
- The figure has one endpoint (indicated by the arrowhead on one side).
- It extends infinitely in one direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
ray.
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Figure 6:
- The figure has one endpoint (indicated by the arrowhead on one side).
- It extends infinitely in one direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
ray.
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Figure 7:
- The figure has one endpoint (indicated by the arrowhead on one side).
- It extends infinitely in one direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
ray.
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Figure 8:
- The figure has two endpoints.
- It does not extend infinitely in either direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
line segment.
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Figure 9:
- The figure has one endpoint (indicated by the arrowhead on one side).
- It extends infinitely in one direction.
-
Conclusion: This is a
ray.
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Final Answers:
1. Line Segment
2. Ray
3. Line Segment
4. Line Segment
5. Ray
6. Ray
7. Ray
8. Line Segment
9. Ray
Boxed Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{1) Line Segment, 2) Ray, 3) Line Segment, 4) Line Segment, 5) Ray, 6) Ray, 7) Ray, 8) Line Segment, 9) Ray}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of points line segments lines and rays worksheet.
