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MATHEMATICS
Quarter 3 – Module 4
Constructing Line Bisector of
a Line and Angles Using
Compass and Straightedge

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Mathematics – Grade 7
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Quarter 3 – Module 4: Constructing Line Bisector of a Line and Angles Using
Compass and Straightedge

Second Edition, 2021

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This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at our own pace and time. It is how to do basic constructions
in geometry using straight edge and compass. The focus is exposure to some of the terms
(bisector, perpendicular) and familiarity with the instruments (compass and straight edge).
This will further help students learn how to formulate his or her own justification
intuitively and deductively in the real-life situations.

PRE-ACTIVITIES/PRE-TEST:
Answer the following jumbled letters to form a word related to geometry.

1. E N L I ________________________________
2. I N T P O_______________________________
3. A L L E P A R L E N L I S_________________
4. E G S M E T N-__________________________
5. S E L G N A ____________________________
6. T C E S I B______________________________
7. S S A P M O C___________________________
8. R S A L U C I D N E E P R E P______________
9. P O N I T M I D __________________________
10. T HG I A R T S E N L I____________________

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Using only the compass and straightedge, we can perform the basic
construction in geometry. We use a straightedge to construct a line, ray, or segment
when two points are. The marks indicated in the ruler may not be used for
measurement. We use a compass to construct an arc
(part of a circle) or a circle, given a center point and a radius length .

’s New

Using only compass and a straightedge, copy the line segments shown
below. Label them as they labelled below.

1. .
A
.
B
2. .
E
.
F

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Lesson Constructing Line Bisector of a Line and Angles

1 Using Compass and Straightedge (Bernabe 2009)

DISCUSSION:

CONSTRUCTION 1 To construct a segment congruent to a given segment

Given: Line segment AB:

A . . B

Construct: Line segment XY congruent to AB

.X
A B X Y
Use the straightedge Fix compass opening Mark on the line the point Y
to draw a line and to match the length with distance AB from X
indicate a point X on of AB
the line

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 CONSTRUCTION 2 To construct an angle congruent to a given angle

Given: ∠ A
C

A
A
B

Construct ∠ W congruent to ∠ A Draw a circular arc (part of a circle) with

center A and cutting the sides of
points B and C, respectively.

W .
Draw a ray with endpoint W

X A
C
Draw a similar arc using center Set the compass opening to length BC
W and radius AB, intersecting the
point at X

Y
Y

W W
X X

Using X as center and BC as radius, Draw a ray WY to complete ∠ W

draw an arc intersecting the first congruent to ∠ A
arc at point Y.

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CONSTRUCTION 3 To construct the bisector of a given angle

The bisector of an angle is the ray through the vertex and interior of the angle which
divides the angle in two angles of equal measures.

Given: ∠ A

Locate points B and C on each side of ∠ x, so that ∠A is equal to ∠BAC

This can be done by drawing and arc of a circle with center at A.

A
D

Construct: Ray AX such that X is in the interior of ∠ A and ∠ BAC

B B B
X X
A A A
C C C

Using C as center and any Then using B as center,

radius which is more than construct an arc of the circle Ray AX the bisector of
half BC, draw an arc of a with the same radius and ∠ BAC
circle in the interior of intersecting the arc in the
BAC. preceding step at point X.

The midpoint of a line segment is the point on the line segment that divides it into two equal
parts. This means that the midpoint of the segment AB is the point C on AB such that AC is
equal to CB. The perpendicular bisector of a line segment is the line perpendicular to the
line segment at its midpoint.

A C B

In the figure, C is the midpoint of AB. Thus, AC is congruent to CB. The line I is the
perpendicular bisector of AB.

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 To construct a line parallel to a given line and through a point
CONSTRUCTION 4
not on the given line

Given: Line m and point P not on l

Construct: Line through P parallel to l

m
m
P
P . m

l
l

From P, draw the perpendicular m to l Through P, draw the perpendicular to m

’s More

Construct an angle whose measure is equal to the measure of ∠ IJK. Use a compass and a
straightedge only.

K J

Rubric
Score Description
10 A correct mathematical representation is constructed to analyse the
relationship and interpret the problems.
7 An appropriate mathematical representation is constructed but slow a few
inaccuracy.
3 An attempt is made to construct a mathematical representation but is not
accepted.
1 No attempt is made to construct a mathematical representation

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 I Have Learned

Instruction: Make a journal to manifest your understanding about the topic. You can start it
by following the format below. Write it in your notebook.

I have learned that a line segment can be divided into two congruent segments locating the
_____________ of the segments.

I have realized that the angle ______________ divides an angle into two congruent angles.

I Can Do

Use a straightedge and a compass to construct the following:

1. Given: MN
Construct: OP parallel to MN

Rubric:
Accuracy: 3pts Completeness: 3pts Artistry: 2pts Neatness: 2pts Total= 10pts

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 A .Draw ABC such that AB = 6 cm, BC= 8 cm and AC =7 cm long. Use a ruler for
this. Do the following constructions using ABC

1. Bisect the side BC

2. Bisect the interior ∠B
3. Construct the altitude from vertex C (The perpendicular line is from C to BA).

Draw ABC such that AB = 6 cm, BC= 8 cm and AC =7 cm long. Use a ruler
for this.
Do the following constructions using ABC

1. Construct a line through B which is parallel to side AC

2. Construct an equilateral triangle PQR so that PR and the altitude from vertex
C have equal lengths.

Rubric: (For each figure)

Accuracy: 3pts Completeness: 3pts Artistry: 2pts Neatness: 2pts Total= 10pts

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C B Pre-test What I have learned
1. Line midpoint
A 3. 2. Point bisector
3. Parallel lines
C B 4. segment
5. Angles
A 2. 6. Bisect
7. compass
C B 8. Perpendicular
9. Midpoint
A 1. 10. straight line
Assessment
References

Bernabe, G. 2009. Elementary Algebra. Quezon City: SD Publications,Inc.

De Leon,M. Dilao,J. 2002. "Geometry." In Geometry, by G Bernabe, 59-65. Quezon City:
JTW Corporation.

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