Question
When performing a construction, what are the only tools needed to complete the construction?(1 point)
Responses
only a compass
only a compass
a compass and a straightedge
a compass and a straightedge
a compass, a straightedge, and a ruler
a compass, a straightedge, and a ruler
only a ruler
Responses
only a compass
only a compass
a compass and a straightedge
a compass and a straightedge
a compass, a straightedge, and a ruler
a compass, a straightedge, and a ruler
only a ruler
Answers
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The correct response is: **a compass and a straightedge**.
These two tools are sufficient to perform classical constructions in Euclidean geometry. A ruler can be used to measure distances, but it is not necessary for constructing shapes and figures purely by geometric means.
These two tools are sufficient to perform classical constructions in Euclidean geometry. A ruler can be used to measure distances, but it is not necessary for constructing shapes and figures purely by geometric means.