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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: POLYGONS AND TANGENCY Objective Question

Question

For constructing a regular octagon given the distance across corners (Page 6), which set square is specifically mentioned for drawing the two cross lines through the center O to intersect the circle?
Options
A 30º set square
B 45º set square
Correct Answer
C 60º set square
D Tee-square
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 6, step 3 for 'REGULAR OCTAGON: Given the Distance Across Corners' specifies: 'With the 45º set square, draw two cross lines through centre O to intersect the circle at E, F, G & H.'

Hint

Review the specific tools mentioned in the construction steps for an octagon.

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