Chapter 14.5, Problem 11PSA

To determine

To construct the circle of radius $r$ that is tangent to W at P.

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The given point P is anywhere on line W.

Calculation:

The circle of radius $r$ that is tangent to W at Pusing the following steps-

Step 1- From point P draw the line segment equal to the diameter of the circle.

Step 2- Now biesect the line and locate the centere O.

Step 3- Draw the circle of radius $r$ placing the compass at point O.

Step 4- The following figure is obtained.