I have to choose whether there's a need for students to construct geometric figures themselves or use a drawing program. Which one has more Pros than Cons? You don't have to list the Pros or Cons, I'm not asking you to do me homework, just lead me in the right direction please.

Argument A: There is a need for students to understand and be able to construct geometric figures using a compass and straightedge.

Argument B: There is no need for students to use a compass and straightedge, and all geometric constructions should be done using a drawing program.

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I have to choose whether there's a need for students to construct geometric figures themselves or use a drawing program. Which one has more Pros than Cons? You don't have to list the Pros or Cons, I'm not asking you to do me homework, just lead me in the right direction please.

Argument A: There is a need for students to understand and be able to construct geometric figures using a compass and straightedge.

Argument B: There is no need for students to use a compass and straightedge, and all geometric constructions should be done using a drawing program.

anonymous · Answer

Why not both ways?  That way they can appreciate and learn both skill sets.

anonymous · Answer

i actually have to basically write a summary of why students should be able to use strsaightedge's and compass's .

anonymous · Answer

Well, if they ever become an architect or civil engineer, I'd imagine they would need to know how to use both.  It's always going to be a useful life skill I feel like, even though many designers now use computer programs.