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Construct a triangle ABC with the following data: AB = 3 cm,BC = 4 cm and AC = 5 cm. Find its inradius.


A

2 cm

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B

1 cm

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C

1.5 cm

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2.5 cm

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Solution

The correct option is B

1 cm


Steps of constructions :

(i) Draw the required triangle using the given parameters.

(ii) Draw the angle bisectors of B and C. Let them meet at point O.

(iii) From O drop a perpendicular to BC, that cuts BC at N.

(iv) With O as centre and ON as radius draw a circle that touches all three sides of the triangle.

(v) Measure ON. ON = 1 cm.


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