Question

The steps involved in dividing a line segment $AB$ into equal parts are given below. Identify the incorrect step.

• A. Draw an arc of any radius across the ray, centered at point $A$.
• B. Draw as many arcs on the ray of the same radius, as the number of divisions we want.
• C. Draw a transverse line through the intersection point of the final arc with the ray and point $B$.
• D. Draw lines not parallel to the transverse joining the final arc and point $B$.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Draw lines not parallel to the transverse joining the final arc and point $B$.

The main concept behind dividing a line segment into equal parts by using a ray, is to draw parallel lines.

Why?

Well the parallel lines will always be a fixed distance away from each other. Basically, the distance between them will always be equal.

Hence, the last option is incorrect where it's told that non - parallel lines can be drawn.