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Pair of compasses — OCR Mathematics Definition | GradeGen.AI

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Pair of compasses

GCSEOCRJ560

Pair of compasses

Key term for OCR GCSE Mathematics, used in Constructions.

Definition

A V-shaped geometric drawing tool used for drawing circles or arcs of a set radius.

Exam Context

Pair of compasses appears in OCR GCSE Mathematics revision content for Basic Geometry, especially Constructions and Perpendicular Lines.

Basic Geometry Constructions Perpendicular Lines

Found in Revision Notes

Basic Geometry

Perpendicular Lines

Constructions • Perpendicular Lines

Related Key Terms

Bisect Construction arcs Equidistant External point

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