Which of the following is the best definition of a perpendicular bisector?

A. A perpendicular bisector intersects a segment at its midpoint.
B. A perpendicular bisector intersects a segment at a 90-degree angle.
C. A perpendicular bisector divides an angle into two congruent angles.
D. A perpendicular bisector intersects a segment at its midpoint and at a 90-degree angle.

D. A perpendicular bisector intersects a segment at its midpoint and at a 90-degree angle.

The best definition of a perpendicular bisector is option D: A perpendicular bisector intersects a segment at its midpoint and at a 90-degree angle.