Lines and Angles · Geometry

Geometric Construction

Using a compass and straightedge to create accurate drawings and bisectors.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is a compass the most accurate tool for finding points equidistant from a center?
  2. 2How does bisecting an angle help us understand the concept of symmetry?
  3. 3What are the limitations of using a protractor compared to geometric construction?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Mathematics - Geometry and Measures
Year: Year 7
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Lines and Angles
Period: Geometry

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