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4MA1/1F Jun 2022, Question 9: Constructing Triangles

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1F (Foundation) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Using a ruler and compasses, construct triangle ABC with AB = 8 cm, AC = 6 cm and BC = 9 cm, starting from the given side AB and showing all construction lines.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Place compass point at A, set width to 6 cm, draw arc
  2. 2Place compass point at B, set width to 9 cm, draw arc
  3. 3Mark intersection of arcs as point C
  4. 4Join C to A and C to B with straight lines

AnswerTriangle constructed with correct intersecting arcs 6 cm from A and 9 cm from B

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