ZIMSEC O-Level Mathematics
8.5Constructions and loci
Constructions and loci in ZIMSEC O-Level Mathematics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 8.5.1Construct triangles, quadrilaterals and other polygons using a ruler and compasses (and a protractor where needed), and make scale drawings.
- 8.5.2Construct perpendicular bisectors, angle bisectors, perpendiculars from or at a point, and angles of 30°, 45°, 60° and 90° with a ruler and compasses only.
- 8.5.3Construct and use the loci of points equidistant from two points or two lines, or at a fixed distance from a point or a line.
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Geometrical constructions
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Loci
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