Question

1. Draw a line segment PQ = 5.6 cm. Draw a perpendicular to it from a point A
outside PQ by using ruler and compass.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Draw a line 'l ' Mark a point A on this line.

Draw a line 'l ' Mark a point A on this line.Place the compasses pointer on zero mark of the ruler. Open it to place the pencil point up to 5.6 cm mark.

Draw a line 'l ' Mark a point A on this line.Place the compasses pointer on zero mark of the ruler. Open it to place the pencil point up to 5.6 cm mark.Without changing the opening of the compasses. Place the pointer on A and cut an arc 'l ' at B.

Draw a line 'l ' Mark a point A on this line.Place the compasses pointer on zero mark of the ruler. Open it to place the pencil point up to 5.6 cm mark.Without changing the opening of the compasses. Place the pointer on A and cut an arc 'l ' at B.AB is the required line segment of length 5.6 cm.