Question

The steps for constructing a perpendicular from point $A$ to line $PQ$ is given in jumbled order as follows: $(A$ does not lie on $PQ)$

1. Join $R-S$ passing through $A$.

2. Place the pointed end of the compass on $A$ and with an arbitrary radius, mark two points $D$ and $E$ on line $PQ$ with the same radius.

3. From points $D$ and $E$, mark two intersecting arcs on either side of $PQ$ and name them $R$ and $S$.

4. Draw a line $PQ$ and take a point $A$ anywhere outside the line.

The second step in the process is:

• A. $1$
• B. $2$
• C. $3$
• D. $4$

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$2$

Correct sequence is :

Step 1 . Draw a line $PQ$ and take a point $A$ anywhere outside the line.

Step 2. Place the pointed end of the compass on $A$ and with an arbitrary radius, mark two points $D$ and $E$ on line $PQ$ with the same radius.

Step 3. From points $D$ and $E$, mark two intersecting arcs on either side of $PQ$ and name them $R$ and $S.$

Step 4. Join $R-S$ passing through $A$.

So the second step is $2$.

Option $B$ is correct.