Question

Which among the following steps is not used for replicating a line segment?

• A. Draw a line with a straight edge and mark a point on it
• B. Measure the length of the line segment with compass
• C. Make two arcs one above and one below the new line respectively
• D. Use the same compass length to draw an arc on the new line

Answer 1

The correct option is C Make two arcs one above and one below the new line respectively

The steps involved while replicating a line segment are as follows:

• Draw a line with a straight edge and mark a point on it
• Measure the length of the line segment with compass
• Use the same compass length to draw an arc on the new line