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The Mathematics of straight lines provides a useful insight into the design of many famous buildings throughout the world. This resource takes a look at some of the properties of straight lines.

Tower Bridge, London

Tower Bridge, London

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This Math Warehouse page on linear equations provides a useful background to explore the various ways in which linear equations have real-life applications. What do parallel linear equations represent in the real world?

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Investigate the properties of straight lines in this interactive task.

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Take a look at the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines in this task.

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This interactive task will help summarise your understanding of the features of straight lines.

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