SOLUTION: In space, how many lines can be drawn perpendicular to a given line at a given point on the line? (A)none (B) 1 (C) 2 (D) 4 (E) an infinite number

Question 332318: In space, how many lines can be drawn perpendicular to a given line at a given
point on the line?
(A)none (B) 1 (C) 2 (D) 4 (E) an infinite number

Found 2 solutions by Edwin McCravy, Alan3354:
Answer by Edwin McCravy(20060) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
An infinite number.
In 3-space, a plane can be "drawn" perpendicular to a line at any point.
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The line would be normal to the plane, not just perpendicular.
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