Question

construct a line segment
equal to(a+b)​

Answer 1

Answer:

AC = AB + BC.

Step 1: Draw a line l and mark point A on it.

Step 2: Take the compasses and measure AB.

Step 3: Without disturbing the opening, place its needle at A and draw an arc cutting line l at B.

Step 4: Again adjust the compasses and measure the line segment BC.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Construction Of A Line Segment

To draw a line segment of a given length

We can draw a line segment of a given length in two ways:

(a) By using a scale

(b) By using a pair of compasses

Construction: Draw a line segment of length 5.5 cm.

(a) By using a scale

Step 1: Mark a point in your notebook and label it as A.

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Step 2: Place the scale in such a way that the zero (0) mark on the scale coincides with A.

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Step 3: How, move the sharp end of the pencil along the edge of the scale till it reaches the point 5.5 cm of the scale,

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Step 4: Label the second end as B.

AB is the required line segment.

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