Question

Write the steps for the construction of a triangle ABC with sides AB = 5 cm, BC = 4.3 cm and AC = 4 cm.

Answer 1

Steps of construction:

1. Using ruler, draw a line segment which is sufficiently long.
2. Locate points A and B on it such that AB = 5 cm.
3. With A as centre and radius 4 cm , draw an arc.
4. With B as centre radius 4.3 cm, draw another arc cutting the previous arc at C.
5. Join AC and BC.