Question

Mariah is debating whether to use a straightedge and compass or a computer drawing program to complete a construction of a regular hexagon inscribed in a circle. Which method do you think would take the longest to complete the construction and why? Describe the difference between the steps needed for each method and provide two reasons to justify your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

straightedge and compass

Step-by-step explanation:

The straight edge would take the longest to complete. This is because he method is a manual method and involves a lot of measuring and checking. iN Addition, the student has to make sure that they have done their calculations well to ensure that the hexagon has the same line length. Not only that, the student needs to make sure that the angles are calculated accurately as this will have an impact on the results. On the other hand, a computer program is preset to calculate the line length and the angles between each line. Thus, values are only entered and the diagram is produced.

Answer 2

I think the best way is to use a computer drawing program in constructing a regular hexagon inscribed in a circle. Its because a computer program is an accurate, precise and the most important it is more efficient than using the straight edge and compass