BECE Mathematics — Geometric Construction Past Questions & Answers

Question 1

(a) Using a pair of compasses, ruler and pencil, construct a right-angled triangle with side XY = 60mm and XZ = 55mm, measure YZ. (Hint: 10mm = 1cm). (b) A man gets a monthly pay of Nx. His monthly rent is N8,000.00. After paying his rent, he is left with less than N20,000. Find the range of values of x.

Question 2

(b) Using a pair of compass and ruler only, construct: (i) triangle ABC such that |AB| = 8.5cm, angle BAC = 75° and angle ABC = 30° (ii) Measure the sizes of |AC|, |BC| and angle ACB

Question 3

The figure below is a procedure to construct a certain angle. What is the size of AOP?

Accepted Answer

A: Right Angle

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B: Angle 60°

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C: Angle 105°

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D: Angle 75°

Question 4

What is the size of the angle ABC constructed using ruler and compasses?

Accepted Answer

A: 75⁰

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B: 100⁰

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C: 105⁰

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D: 120⁰

Question 5

Which one of the angles can be constructed using ruler and a pair of compasses only?

Accepted Answer

A: 70°

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B: 105°

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C: 115°

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D: 125°

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