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.

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Mariana Hobbs

5 July, 14:09

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.

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Myah Clark · Answer 1

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