A circle is given with center R and point T that lies on the circle. What is the first step to construct the equilateral triangle, ASTU, inscribed in circle R? Measure the radius, RT, with a ruler. Construct an initial arc beginning from point R using a compass. Construct a diameter that includes the radius, RT. Measure the radius, RT, with a compass.
A circle is given with center R and point T that lies on the circle. What is the first step to construct the equilateral triangle, ASTU, inscribed in circle R? Measure the radius, RT, with a ruler. Construct an initial arc beginning from point R using a compass. Construct a diameter that includes the radius, RT. Measure the radius, RT, with a compass.
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Transcribed Image Text:11. A circle is given with center R and point T that lies on the
circle. What is the first step to construct the equilateral
triangle, ASTU, inscribed in circle R?
Measure the radius, RT, with a ruler.
Construct an initial arc beginning from point R using a
compass.
Construct a diameter that includes the radius, RT.
Measure the radius, RT, with a compass.
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