Mathematics · May / June 2026 · Paper 42 · Question 3
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Ð A In triangle AÐC, cm AC 10 ¦ and . cm ÈC 8 5 ¦ . Using a ruler and compasses only, construct triangle AÐC. The line AÐ has been drawn for you. [2]
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Correct triangle with arcs [1]
Accuracy ± 2 mm 2
B1 for correct triangle with incorrect or no arcs or for two correct intersecting arcs or for acceptable point C clearly indicated with no arcs or incorrect arcs If 0 scored,
SC1 for triangle with arcs but lines interchanged
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