Question

Construct a right triangle ABC in which AB = 5.8 cm, BC = 4.5 cm and ∠C = 90°.

Answer 1

Steps of construction:

1. Draw a line segment BC = 4.5 cm.
2. Draw $\angle$BCX of measure 90$°$.
3. With centre B and radius AB =5.8 cm, draw an arc of the circle to intersect ray BX at A.
4. Join AB to obtain the desired triangle ABC.
5. ABC is the required triangle.