Question

Draw a line segment PQ of length 6.8 cm. Using ruler and compasses, obtain a line segment of length 34 PQ.​

Answer 1

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Steps of construction:

1. Draw a line segment PQ=6.8 cm and take a point A outside PQ.

2. With A as the centre and any suitable radius, draw an arc to cut line PQ at point C and D.

3. With C and D as centres, draw two arcs of equal radius cutting each other at B on the other side of line PQ.

4. Join AB to meet the line PQ at M.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Steps of construction:

1. Draw a line segment PQ=6.8 cm and take a point A outside PQ.

2. With A as the centre and any suitable radius, draw an arc to cut line PQ at point C and D.

3. With C and D as centres, draw two arcs of equal radius cutting each other at B on the other side of line PQ.

4. Join AB to meet the line PQ at M.

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