Proof for Validity of Construction of an Angle of 60 Degrees
To prove the ...
Question
To prove the construction of 60∘ angle we use the concept of _____ triangle.
A
scalene
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B
equilateral
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C
right-angled
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D
isosceles
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Solution
The correct option is B equilateral
In △OBC
OB = OC [radii of same arc]
OB = BC [Arcs of equal radius]
Then OB = OC = BC [Same arc with same radii] ∴△OBC is equilateral triangle. (All sides are equal.) ⇒∠BOC = 60° (each angle of an equilateral triangle.)