Instructional Video

Perpendicular Through a Point on a Line

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Use one construction to complete a second. The short video shows how to incorporate the steps of a perpendicular bisector to create a perpendicular to a point on a line. With their own straightedges and compasses, classmates then practice constructing perpendiculars to a point on a line.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Facilitate a discussion on how the methods of one construction lead into another construction
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes scholars know how to construct a perpendicular bisector
  • Contains practice for multiple construction types constructions
Pros
  • Includes templates to create constructions
  • Demonstrates the steps as the presenter talks through them
Cons
  • None
Common Core