1-6 Basic Constructions

Straight edge: a ruler with no markings

Compass: a geometric tool used to draw circles and parts of circles called arch's

Construction: a geometric figure drawn using a straightedge and a compass

Problem 1: Constructing Congruent segments

Construct congruent to

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Use a straight edge to draw . Then construct so that

Problem 2: Constructing Congruent Angles

Construct so that

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Construct so that

Perpendicular Lines: two lines that intersect to form right angles

Perpendicular Bisector: a line, segment, or ray that is perpendicular to the segment at its midpoint

Problem 3: Construct the Perpendicular Bisector

Construct the perpendicular bisector to

Problem 4: Constructing the Angle Bisector

Construct , the angle bisector of

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Problem 4: Constructing the Angle Bisector

Construct , the angle bisector of

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