Question

A line segment of a specific length is provided to you. Is it possible to replicate the same line segment without using a ruler?

• A. Yes, it is possible to replicate a line segment of specific length without a ruler.
• B. No, it is not possible to replicate a line segment of specific length without a ruler.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Yes, it is possible to replicate a line segment of specific length without a ruler.

Let the length of the provided line segment is say 2 cm.


It is given that we have to reproduce the same line segment without using a ruler.

A straight egde is used to draw straight lines but it cannot be used as a measuring tool as it does not have any scale markings.

$\therefore$ A straight egde can be used to draw a straight line in this case.

Step 1: Use a compass (drawing tool) to measure the length of given line segment.


Step 2: Use a straight egde to draw a straight line.

Step 3. Place the needle of the compass at one end of the straight line and draw a curve that passes though the line.


Step 4: Mark the line segment between the needle of the compass and the curve drawn by the compass. This is the required line segment of the given length.

Hence, a line segment of a specific length can be replicated without using a ruler.