Using ruler and compasses construct: (i) a triangle ABC in which … - Vidyadip

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Using ruler and compasses construct:
(i) a triangle ABC in which AB = 5.5 cm, BC = 3.4 cm and CA = 4.9 cm.
(ii) the locus of point equidistant from A and C.
(iii) a circle touching AB at A and passing through C.

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Answer

Steps of construction :
(i) Draw AC = 4·9 cm, draw AB = 5·5 cm and AC = 4·9 cm.
(ii) Draw bisector l ⊥ AC.
(iii) Draw AO ⊥ AB.
(iv) Intersection of AO and L is centre of circle.

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