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OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

When constructing perpendicular lines with a compass and straightedge, how should you start the construction? A.Open the compass and mark two points of intersection between arcs from the given line. B. Use a straightedge to find the length of the given line and then make an arc above it. C. Open the compass to the width of the original line to measure it. D. Use a straightedge to create two arcs above and below the original line.

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

@OregonDuck @OnePieceFTW

OpenStudy (anonymous):

well i think it's B check me if i'm right

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

@ganeshie8 what do you think

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

We cannot measure anything with straight edge in constructions, so B isn't right

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

For the same reason, C is also incorrect

oregonduck (oregonduck):

yes i agree with @ganeshie8

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

D is wrong because, straight edge is not used for drawing arcs

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

and leaves a as the answer thank you @ganeshie8

oregonduck (oregonduck):

all medal @ganeshie8 he is the best math or any subject helper

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

last question! When constructing inscribed polygons and parallel lines, how are the steps similar? A protractor and ruler are used to take accurate measurements. A compass is used to draw arcs. Four right angles are created. There are no similarities.

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

protractor and ruler are NOT allowed in constructions, so A is wrong

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

B could be correct, but look at other options also

oregonduck (oregonduck):

What are the polygons being inscribed into? A circle? Are the polygons regular? I would say the answer is c because a compass is used in almost all constructions

oregonduck (oregonduck):

that is what i think i am not giving direct answers

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

@alekos

ganeshie8 (ganeshie8):

I'd go with A compass is used to draw arcs.

oregonduck (oregonduck):

so then b

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i was right i feel so happy

OpenStudy (anonymous):

maybe

OpenStudy (hellokitty17):

GOT 100% IT WAS RIGHT! TANKS ALL

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