Question

how to draw a perpendicular from a point a outside the line segment pq where pq is 5.6 cm​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1. Draw the line PQ=5.6 cm. Mark a point A to draw

perpendicular line to PQ from A

Step 2. Using compass draw two arcs of same radius with centre as

A.

Let these arcs meet line PQ at R and S as shown in figure.

Step 3. Now making R as centre, draw an arc using compass above

PQ

Using same radius draw another arc using compass above

PQ making S as centre.

Let these arcs meet at B as shown in figure. Now using a

ruler, draw a line that is passing through AB upto line PQ.

This line which is passing through A and B is perpendicular

to PQ.