Question

locate√5 on a no. line​

Answer 1

Steps of Construction :

1. Draw a number line
2. Mark point O
3. Take point A which represents 3 units on the no line
4. Then, OA = 2 units
5. Draw AB ⊥ OA such that AB = 1unit. Join OB
6. With centre O and radius equal to B, draw an arc, meeting the no line at P.

• Then, OP = OB =
• $\sqrt{5}$