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Question
If two straight lines are perpendicular to the same line, prove that they are parallel to each
other.
Solution
Given m perpendicular 𝑡 and l ⊥ t
`∠`1 = `∠`2 = 90°
∴ l and m are two lines and it is transversal and the corresponding angles are equal
∴ l || m
Hence proved
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