When drawn correctly and preferences are consistent, indifference curves do not intersect.

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Indifference curves represent the combinations of two goods that provide the same level of utility to a consumer. If they were to intersect, it would mean that one point is providing two different levels of utility, which is not possible. Therefore, correctly drawn indifference curves with consistent preferences do not intersect.

When Drawn Correctly and Preferences Are Consistent, Indifference Curves Do