Choose the instruments in a geometry box that can be used for the construction of a perpendicular line.

Compass and ruler

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Protractor

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Ruler and set square

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Only the first option is possible

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Solution

The correct options are
A Compass and ruler
B Protractor
C Ruler and set square
We can draw a perpendicular line using a ruler and compass.
The second method is using a protractor by measuring the angle and then drawing a line forming a $90^{\circ}$ angle.
The third method using a ruler and set square.

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