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Use a ruler and pair of compasses to make an accurate drawing of line

AB and its perpendicular bisector, as shown. You must show all of your
construction lines.
Mark point C on your drawing.
Measure the length of AC in your drawing to 1 d.p.

Use a ruler and pair of compasses to make an accurate drawing of line AB and its perpendicular-example-1
User SnakeEyes
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Explanation:

1. Draw a line of 8cm.

2. Take a compass and keep it in the length of more than 8 cm.

3. Draw an arc from point A and B which will intersect at point between A and B.

4. Draw a straight line from the arc.

5. You will find out that the line will be drawn exactly between A and B at 4cm.

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