Constructions

Front

What is the first step in constructing angle EFG congruent to angle DBC?

Back

Place the compass point at B.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

Equilateral means all __________ are congruent.

Back

sides.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

Front

What is the name of the construction that divides an angle into two equal parts?

Back

Angle bisector.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.9

Front

What is the first step in constructing the angle bisector of angle A?

Back

From point A, draw an arc that intersects the sides of the angle at points B and C.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.9

Front

Angles that have the same measure are __________.

Back

congruent.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

Front

What tool is primarily used to draw arcs in geometric constructions?

Back

Compass.

Front

What is the purpose of a straightedge in constructions?

Back

To draw straight lines.

Front

What is a perpendicular bisector?

Back

A line that divides a line segment into two equal parts at a 90-degree angle.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

Front

How do you construct a perpendicular line to a point not on a line?

Back

Draw a circle centered at the point, then draw two intersecting arcs from the points where the circle intersects the line.

Tags

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

CCSS.4.G.A.1

Front

What is the definition of congruent angles?

Back

Angles that have the same measure.

Tags

CCSS.8.G.A.2