Math Problem Statement

Construct a quadrilateral ABCD, in which AB = 5.6cm BC = 4.5cm CD = 4.8cm DA = 3.9cm and AC = 6.8 cm

Solution

To construct quadrilateral ABCD with the given dimensions, follow these step-by-step instructions:

  1. Draw Line Segment AB:

    • Use a ruler to draw segment AB with a length of 5.6 cm.
  2. Draw Line Segment AC:

    • From point A, draw a circle with radius 6.8 cm (this represents AC).
    • From point B, draw another circle with radius 4.5 cm (this represents BC).
    • The point where these two circles intersect is point C.
  3. Draw Line Segment BC:

    • Now connect point B to point C with a line segment of length 4.5 cm.
  4. Draw Line Segment CD:

    • From point C, draw a circle with radius 4.8 cm (this represents CD).
    • From point A, draw another circle with radius 3.9 cm (this represents DA).
    • The point where these two circles intersect is point D.
  5. Draw Line Segment DA:

    • Finally, connect point D to point A to complete the quadrilateral.

Now, you have quadrilateral ABCD with the specified side lengths:

  • AB = 5.6 cm
  • BC = 4.5 cm
  • CD = 4.8 cm
  • DA = 3.9 cm
  • AC = 6.8 cm

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5 Related Questions:

  1. How can you calculate the area of this quadrilateral?
  2. What is the importance of diagonals in quadrilateral constructions?
  3. How would the construction differ if angle measurements were provided?
  4. Can this quadrilateral be inscribed in a circle? Why or why not?
  5. How could you verify if this quadrilateral is a parallelogram?

Tip:

When constructing geometric figures, always double-check your circle intersections to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Quadrilateral Construction
Circles
Intersections

Formulas

Distance formula for line segments
Properties of circles for constructing intersections

Theorems

Triangle Inequality Theorem
Properties of Quadrilaterals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10