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To make figures, we use

  • Ruler
  • Compass
  • Divider
  • Set Square
  • Protractor

 

Ruler

A ruler as markings in cm and mm.

To measure length, and to draw line segments, we use ruler

For more details, please check how to use a ruler (link)

 

Compass

A compass has 1 pointed end, and 1 pencil end.

It is used to draw angles, arcs and circle

 

Divider

 

Set Squares

Set squares are two triangular shaped pieces

One has angles 90°, 45°, 45°

Other has angles 90°, 60°, 30°

It is used to draw perpendicular and parallel lines

 

Protractor

To measure any angle,

We use protector.

It is also called a ‘D’

Learn how to measure angles with a Protractor

 

  1. Practical Geometry
  2. Concept wise

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Davneet Singh has done his B.Tech from Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. He has been teaching from the past 14 years. He provides courses for Maths, Science and Computer Science at Teachoo