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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: POLYGONS AND TANGENCY Objective Question

Question

When constructing a regular hexagon given the distance across flats (page 4), what tool is specifically mentioned for drawing tangents to the circle at the top and bottom?
Options
A Compass
B Set Square (60°)
C Tee-square
Correct Answer
D Protractor
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 4, step 3 explicitly states: 'With the Tee-square, draw tangents to the circle at the top and below the circle.'

Hint

Look at step 3 of the 'REGULAR HEXAGON: Given The Distance Across Flats' instructions.

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