Mathematics 4024 · O Level · Geometrical constructions

Geometrical constructions — practice question

(a(i))[2]

$ABC$ is a triangle with $AC=6\text{ cm}$ and $BC=9\text{ cm}$. $AB$ is shown below. Using only a ruler and a pair of compasses, construct triangle $ABC$.

(a(ii))[1]

Measure the size of $\angle BAC$.

(b)[2]

A rectangular field measures $220\text{ m}$ by $350\text{ m}$, and each side length is correct to the nearest $10$ metres. Calculate the upper bound for the area of the field.

(c(i))[2]

Find $\angle PTS$, and give a reason for your answer.

(c(ii))[1]

Find the value of $\angle PTQ$.

(c(iii))[3]

Complete the statements below to demonstrate that triangle $PQT$ is congruent to triangle $RTQ$. 1. Angle $PTQ =$ Angle ________ 2. Angle $PQT =$ Angle ________ 3. __________________________ Triangle $PQT$ is congruent to triangle $RTQ$. Congruency condition ____________________.

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