Basic Geometric Constructions

Jenny used a compass and a straight edge to make this construction.   Which statement best describes her construction?

• She is constructing a parallel line to PQ.
• She is copying line segment PQ.
• She is constructing the perpendicular bisector to PQ.
• She is constructing an angle bisector.

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Which of the following best describes the construction?

• Ray OC trisects angle BOA.
• Ray OC is parallel to ray OA.
• Ray OC is parallel to both rays OA and OB.
• Ray OC bisects angle BOA.

What is Aaron constructing in the diagram?

• An angle bisector to angle RJQ.
• A line parallel to PQ, through R.
• A line perpendicular to PQ, through R.
• A perpendicular bisector to PQ.

Nate is constructing angle bisector to angle ABC.  Where did he position his compass to create the two arcs that intersect at the interior of the angle?

• He fixed his compass on B and drew both arcs.
• He fixed his compass on points A and C.
• He fixed his compass on points D and E.
• He fixed his compass on points B and E.

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What kind of construction is in the diagram?

• Angle Bisector
• Perpendicular Bisector
• Parallel Lines
• Perpendicular LInes

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What type of construction is shown in the diagram?

• Angle Bisector
• Parallel Lines
• Angle Copying
• Perpendicular Bisector

Select the best answer choice.

• F
• G
• H
• J

Select the best answer choice.

• A
• B
• C
• D

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Take a guess! Which one is the correct construction for a perpendicular bisector?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

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Take a guess! Which one is the correct construction for a perpendicular bisector?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4