Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Geometrical constructions

Geometrical constructions — practice question

In triangle $ABC$, the lengths $BC = 7.6\,\text{cm}$ and $AC = 6.2\,\text{cm}$ are given. With only a ruler and compasses, construct triangle $ABC$. Keep the construction arcs visible. The side $AB$ has already been drawn. The diagram is a straight line with $A$ marked at the left end and $B$ marked at the right end.
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With only a ruler and compasses, construct triangle $ABC$.

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