How Do You Construct an Equilateral Triangle?

How Do You Construct an Equilateral Triangle?

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This tutorial shows you how to construct an equilateral triangle using a ruler and compass.

Keywords:

  • construction
  • compass
  • straight-edge
  • triangle
  • equal
  • equilateral

Background Tutorials

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  • Triangle Definitions

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