Question
An architect plans to draw a rectangular patio with segment LM representing one side of the rectangle. He wants to construct a line passing through Q and parallel to side LM. He uses a straightedge and compass to complete some steps of the construction as shown.
Which of these is likely to be his next step in constructing the parallel line?
Which of these is likely to be his next step in constructing the parallel line?
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A. Draw a line from Q to the midpoint of LM.
B. Draw a line from Q to the endpoint of LM.
C. Draw a line from Q to the intersection of the two arcs.
D. Draw a line from the midpoint of LM to the intersection of the two arcs.
Answer: B. Draw a line from Q to the endpoint of LM.
B. Draw a line from Q to the endpoint of LM.
C. Draw a line from Q to the intersection of the two arcs.
D. Draw a line from the midpoint of LM to the intersection of the two arcs.
Answer: B. Draw a line from Q to the endpoint of LM.