Question 11

On a graph sheet, using a scale of 2cm to 2 units on both axes, 

(a) Draw the straight line joining points P(-5, 3) and Q(2, 3);

(b) construct the locus L of points equidistant from P and Q;

(c) by construction, locate points R and S on L, such that PRQS forms a rhombus of sides 5cm;

(d) find : (i) coordinates of R and S; (ii) area of the rhombus in cm\(^{2}\).

Theory

Question details

Exam body
WAEC
Subject
Mathematics
Year
1999
Question no.
#11
Type
Theory

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