What happened to my ruler?
One of the most gratifying ways to explore geometry is through the
use of constructions. Usually these constructions are done with a a compass
and straightedge, however any constructions that can be done using a compass
and an ummarked straightedge can be dune using just a compass. This
remarkable fact will be demonstarted over the next few pages. All of the
constructions are accompanied with sample sketches using a program called
The Geometers Skeckpad or you can view a text version of the instruction
that you can do on paper. Eventually these pages will include all the
fundamental constructions using only a compass.
If you would like to use the interactive demo sketches but don't have a copy
of The Geometers Sketchpad, you can get a demo version here.