Construct a right triangle LMN in which ∠M=90∘,MN=4cm and LN=6.2cm
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Solution
Steps of construction 1. Draw a line segment XY. 2. Locate M,N on XY such that MN=4cm. 3. Construct a line segment MP, sufficiently large, such that ∠NMP=90∘. 4. With N as centre and radius 6.2cm draw an arc, cutting MP at L; join NL. Then, LMN is the required triangle.