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0580/12 May/Jun 2021, Question 3: Perpendicular and Parallel Lines

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 1 mark

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The question, in short

On a diagram of a sloping straight line with point P on it, draw a line passing through P that is perpendicular to the given line.

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Solution · 1 mark

  1. 1Use a protractor (or set square) placed at P along the given line.
  2. 2Draw a ruled line through P at 90° to the given line.

AnswerRuled line at 90° to the given line through or touching point P

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