(a)
To Construct: The distance between the one vertex and the nonadjacent side.
(a)
Explanation of Solution
Given:Irregular convex
The figure of irregular convex polygon us shown below.
Use the compass to draw the arcs which intersect the line
Then
Draw the arc from the point
Join the point
(b)
To Justify: The line you constructed is perpendicular to the line chosen.
(b)
Answer to Problem 45HP
Explanation of Solution
Given:Irregular convex polygon.
When we measure the
Thus
The line is perpendicular.
(c)
To Justify: The construction.
(c)
Answer to Problem 45HP
Explanation of Solution
Given:Irregular convex polygon.
Join the points
Thus
The line is perpendicular.
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