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The number of lines that can be drawn perpendicular to a given line at a given point on that line in space is:A. infinitely manyB. 0C. not enough informationD. 3

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In 3-space, a plane can be "drawn" perpendicular to a line at any point.

The line would be normal to the plane, not just perpendicular.

Therefore,

The number of lines that can be drawn perpendicular to a given line at a given point on that line in space is Infinite.

Therefore,

The final answer is OPTION A

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