Constructing Perpendicular Lines Techniques

Constructing Perpendicular Lines Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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This video tutorial explains how to construct a perpendicular line from a point on a line using a compass, ruler, and pencil. It uses a rocket launch scenario to illustrate the concept and provides a step-by-step guide to ensure the path is clear. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the process and encourages viewers to engage with the content by liking, subscribing, and commenting.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tools are necessary to construct a perpendicular from a point on a line?

A compass, a protractor, and a pencil

A ruler, a compass, and a pencil

A protractor, a ruler, and a pencil

A ruler, a protractor, and a compass

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to map the rocket's path using a perpendicular line?

To calculate the rocket's altitude

To ensure the rocket flies in a straight line

To check if the path is clear

To measure the rocket's speed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in drawing a perpendicular line from a point on a line?

Measure the distance with a ruler

Draw a circle with the compass

Place the compass on the point and draw arcs on both sides

Draw a straight line with a ruler

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After drawing arcs on both sides of the point, what should you do next?

Place the compass on one arc and draw a new arc above the line

Erase the arcs and start over

Draw a straight line through the arcs

Measure the distance between the arcs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ensures that the perpendicular line is accurate?

Using a protractor to measure angles

Keeping the compass at the same width

Drawing multiple lines

Using a ruler to measure the arcs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where do the second set of arcs intersect?

At the endpoint of the line

At the starting point of the line

At the point where the perpendicular line will be drawn

At the midpoint of the line

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Can the perpendicular line be drawn from any point on the line?

No, it must be close to one side

Yes, but only from the endpoints

No, it must be exactly in the middle

Yes, it can be drawn from any point

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you remember to do after drawing the perpendicular line?

Erase the arcs

Check the line with a protractor

Draw two sets of arcs

Ensure the path is clear for the rocket

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is encouraged at the end of the video?

To use different tools

To measure angles with a protractor

To subscribe and comment

To practice drawing perpendicular lines