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Construct a ΔABC in which BC = 4.5 cm, ∠B = 60° and the sum of the other two sides is 8 cm.

Steps of Construction


1. Draw BC = 4.5 cm


2. Construct ∠CBX=60°


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3. Along BX set off BP = 8 cm


4. Join CP.


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5. Draw the perpendicular bisector of CP to intersecting BP at A.


6. Join AC.


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Therefore, ΔABC is the required triangle.


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