Math Problem Statement

In the cube shown below, which lines are intersecting?

Solution

The problem asks to identify which lines in the cube are intersecting, based on the given options. Let's analyze the cube and the lines mentioned:

Cube vertices:

  • O (top-left-back)
  • P (top-right-back)
  • Q (top-right-front)
  • R (top-left-front)
  • S (bottom-left-back)
  • T (bottom-right-back)
  • U (bottom-right-front)
  • V (bottom-left-front)

Line Segments:

  1. QU: Connects the top vertex QQ to the bottom vertex UU (vertical line).
  2. ST: Connects the bottom vertices SS and TT (horizontal line at the bottom).
  3. RV: Connects the top vertex RR to the bottom vertex VV.
  4. PT: Connects the top vertex PP to the bottom vertex TT.
  5. OP: Connects the top vertices OO and PP (horizontal line at the top).
  6. OS: Connects the top vertex OO to the bottom vertex SS.

Analyzing the options:

  • QU and ST: These lines do not intersect. QUQU is vertical, and STST is horizontal at the bottom of the cube, but they are not in the same plane.
  • ST and RV: These lines do not intersect. STST is horizontal at the bottom, and RVRV is vertical in a different plane.
  • PT and OP: These lines are on different planes. PTPT is diagonal inside the cube, while OPOP is along the top face.
  • OS and PT: These two lines intersect at point O.

Thus, the correct answer is OS and PT, as these lines meet at point OO.

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Related questions:

  1. What are the conditions for two lines to be classified as intersecting in 3D geometry?
  2. What is the difference between skew lines and intersecting lines?
  3. Can two parallel lines ever intersect in Euclidean geometry?
  4. How can you determine if two lines are parallel just by looking at a 3D diagram?
  5. What are coplanar lines, and how do they relate to this problem?

Tip: In 3D geometry, lines that are neither parallel nor intersecting are called skew lines, as they exist on different planes and never meet.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

3D Geometry
Lines and Planes

Formulas

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Theorems

Intersection of Lines in 3D

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9