Question

In Step 2 of the
construction using ruler
and compasses, what
would happen if we take
the length of radius to be
smaller than half the
length of AB?

Answer 1

Answer:

Steps for construction:

1. Draw a line segment PQ, which is equal 6.2 cm.

2. With P as the centre and radius more than half of PQ, draw arcs, one on each side of PQ.

3. With Q as the centre and the same radius as before, draw arcs cutting the previously drawn arcs at A and B, respectively.

4. Draw AB, meeting PQ at R.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Draw a circle of radius 3.2 cm.

Answer:

Steps of construction:

(a) Open the compass for the required radius of 3.2 cm.

(b) Make a point with a sharp pencil where we want the centre of circle to be.

(c) Name it O.

(d) Place the pointer of compasses on O.

(e) Turn the compasses slowly to draw the circle.

Hence, it is the required circle.