Which step is included in the construction of parallel lines?

A.Connect two arcs with a compass.
B.Create arcs above the given line with a straightedge. (what i think is the answer)
C.Copy an angle by creating arcs with a compass.
D.Connect the parallel lines with a straightedge.

Question

Which step is included in the construction of parallel lines?

A.Connect two arcs with a compass.
B.Create arcs above the given line with a straightedge. (what i think is the answer)
C.Copy an angle by creating arcs with a compass.
D.Connect the parallel lines with a straightedge.

anonymous · Answer

B is correct. we can find the midpoint of a line l by drawing two circles, both with radius l at the ends points of the line. Drawing a line with a straight edge at the top of these circles will give us a parallel line to l.

anonymous · Answer

@RBauer4 Thank you s much!! :3 I'm glad i thought it was the right one!