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complete this sentence with the best of the choices given. through a gi…

Question

complete this sentence with the best of the choices given. through a given point not on a line, there exists exactly one ______ to the given line. after you pick your answer press go. a. line segment b. transversal c. diagonal d. perpendicular e. straight line

Explanation:

Step1: Recall geometric property

In geometry, through a given point not on a line, there is exactly one line perpendicular to the given line.

Step2: Analyze options

A line - segment has two endpoints, not applicable here. A transversal intersects two or more lines. A diagonal is in polygons. A straight - line is too general. The correct term is perpendicular as per the geometric postulate.

Answer:

D. perpendicular