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Topic: 2D Representations of 3D Shapes; Drawing and Constructing Shapes; Loci (Higher - Unit 3)

Specification References: G3.9

G3.9 Draw triangles and other 2D shapes using a ruler and protractor.


Candidates should be able to:

  • make accurate drawings of triangles and other 2D shapes using a ruler and protractor
  • make an accurate scale drawing from a sketch, a diagram or a description

Notes

When constructing triangles, compasses should be used to measure lengths rather than rulers.
Construction arcs should be shown.

Examples

  1. Construct a triangle with sides of 6cm, 7cm and 8cm.

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  1. Construct a rectangle with sides 6 cm and 4 cm.
  2. Given a labelled sketch of a triangle make an accurate drawing with an enlargement scale factor 2.