The Critical Line–Volume 34

Claim your CPD points

The first volume of The Critical Line for 2020 has been submitted by Oliver Chambers.

$$n^2$$ points are laid out in an $$n \times n$$ grid. What is the minimum number of (straight) lines that you need to draw such that every point lies on at least one line, except the point in the bottom left corner which lies on none of the lines? Prove it!

About the authors
Oliver Chambers
Oliver Chambers is a qualified actuary and Data Engineer at Vesparum Capital. He is currently interested in the use of data analytics and software development to provide insights into financial markets.