Question

What is the first step to construct a line parallel to passing through an external point M, using only a compass and a straightedge?
A.Place the compass needle at any point on and set the compass width to M.
B.Place the compass needle at M and using sufficient compass width mark two arcs across .
C.Draw a line through M that intersects and mark the point of intersection.
D.Using a convenient compass width, mark two arcs through M centered at any point on .

Answer 1

B...you'd place the compass at m at a width greater than half the line and draw an arc