Emma is debating whether to use a straightedge and compass or a computer drawing program to complete a construction of a square inscribed in a circle. Which method do you think would take the longest to complete the construction and why?

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hellokitty17 · Answer

@A.S.L.

anonymous · Answer

So I guess the computer method is longer. I figured that the computer was more accurate and quicker since the computer is doing all the work (crunching the numbers, etc).Plus if you make a mistake, there's always the undo button.my instructor told me that it's more of a personal opinion that has to be supported Don't know if this will help @HelloKitty17

hellokitty17 · Answer

@Ashleyisakitty

hellokitty17 · Answer

hey. can you explain more about the computer being the longest cause I agree totally

anonymous · Answer

It will take the computer longer because there is so much work that you have to do vs the  compass and the straight edge. The straight edge would take a shorter time if you knew what you were doing .

anonymous · Answer

With the computer you would have to look up things to help you with the problem and the straight edge would help you get the problem done faster.