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Notes on Dealing with Loci Mechanisms in Drawing

Understanding Loci

- Definition: A locus is a set of points that satisfy a particular condition.

- Examples: The set of points at a fixed distance from a given point forms a circle; the set of points

equidistant from two points forms a perpendicular bisector.

Common Loci Problems

- Circle: All points at a fixed distance (radius) from a center.

- Perpendicular Bisector: Points equidistant from two fixed points.

- Angle Bisector: Points equidistant from the sides of an angle.

- Parabola: Points equidistant from a fixed point (focus) and a fixed line (directrix).

Tools and Materials

- Compass: For drawing circles and arcs.

- Ruler: For drawing straight lines and measuring distances.

- Protractor: For measuring and drawing angles.

- Pencil and Eraser: For precise and erasable lines.

- Graph Paper: To help with precision and scale.

Steps for Drawing Loci


Notes on Dealing with Loci Mechanisms in Drawing

1. Identify the Condition: Understand the specific condition that the locus must satisfy.

2. Plot Known Points: Start by plotting any given points or lines that will help define the locus.

3. Use Tools Appropriately:

- For circles, set your compass to the required radius and draw from the given center point.

- For perpendicular bisectors, use a ruler to find the midpoint and draw the line at right angles to

the segment.

- For angle bisectors, use a protractor to find the angle and divide it evenly.

4. Check Consistency: Verify that the locus satisfies the given condition by measuring distances or

angles as required.

Examples

- Circle:

- Given: A point A and a radius r.

- Method: Use a compass set to r and draw a circle with center A.

- Perpendicular Bisector:

- Given: Two points A and B.

- Method: Find the midpoint M of AB, then draw a line perpendicular to AB through M.

- Angle Bisector:

- Given: An angle (angle)ABC.

- Method: Use a protractor to measure the angle and then draw a line that divides it into two equal

angles.

- Parabola:
Notes on Dealing with Loci Mechanisms in Drawing

- Given: Focus F and directrix d.

- Method: Draw the locus of points that are equidistant from F and d.

Practice Problems

1. Draw the locus of points 5 cm from a point P.

2. Draw the perpendicular bisector of a line segment AB where A and B are given.

3. Draw the locus of points equidistant from two given points A and B.

Tips and Tricks

- Precision: Always double-check measurements for accuracy.

- Clarity: Use light lines initially to make corrections easy, then darken the final locus.

- Practice: Regular practice improves skill and understanding.

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