1.7 basic constructions Flashcards
1
Q
construction
A
use a straight edge and a compass to draw geometric figure
2
Q
straightedge
A
is a ruler with no markings
3
Q
compass
A
geometric tool used to draw circles and parts of circles called arcs
4
Q
perpendicular line
A
two lines that intersect from right angles
5
Q
perpendicular bisector
A
of a segment is a line, segment or ray that is perpendicular to the segment at its midpoint
6
Q
angle bisector
A
a ray that divides an angle into two congruent coplanar angles
