Dimension of a Hyperplane in Rn: n-1?

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A hyperplane in Rn is defined as a subspace of dimension n-1. This conclusion is based on geometric interpretations in R2 and R3, where a hyperplane effectively divides the space into two half-spaces. The dimensionality of a hyperplane remains consistent across all dimensions, confirming that the dimension of a hyperplane in Rn is indeed n-1.

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In studying for my Linear Algebra test on Monday, I came across a question in my textbook that defines a hyperplane and asks what the dimension of a hyperplane is in Rn. I immediately knew the answer to be n-1, but am having difficulty justifying this claim.

The only thing I can think of now are geometric justifications in the cases of R2 and R3. Using only these, is it valid for me to say the dimension of a hyperplane in Rn is n-1 for any n?
 
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