0580/22 Feb/Mar 2022, Question 6: Constructing Triangles
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 22 (Extended) · Calculator · 2 marks
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The question, in short
Using ruler and compasses only, construct the triangle with sides 9.5 cm, 8 cm and 12 cm, keeping all construction arcs; the 12 cm side is already drawn.
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Solution · 2 marks
- 1Set the compasses to 9.5 cm and draw an arc from one end of the 12 cm line
- 2Set the compasses to 8 cm and draw an arc from the other end
- 3Join the point where the arcs cross to both ends of the line, leaving the arcs in
Answercorrect triangle with arcs
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