Question #6433424Single Choice

Geometry

Question

Why must the compass opening be set to more than half the segment’s length when constructing the midpoint?

To ensure the arcs intersect on both sides of the segment.

To make the construction easier to see.

To avoid errors in marking the midpoint.

To ensure the arcs touch both endpoints.

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