question_answer 5)

                                    Construct an equilateral triangle of side 5.5 cm.

Answer:

                Steps of construction 1. Draw a line segment BC of length 5.5 cm. 2. With B as centre, draw an arc of radius 5.5 cm. 3. With C as centre, draw an arc of radius 5.5 cm.                 4. Mark the point of intersection of arcs as A.                   5. Join AB and AC.                                          Equilateral \[\Delta ABC\] is now ready.