How to Draw a Parallelogram?

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1. Draw a parallelogram PQRS so that ∠SPQ = 110°, PQ = 5 cm and PS = 6 cm.


Step 1: Draw a straight line PQ 5 cm long.

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Step 2: Using a protractor draw an angle of 102° from Point P. Mark the Point S so that PS = 6 cm.

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Step 3: Using a ruler and a set square draw a line QR so that it is parallel to PS. Mark the Point R so that QR = 6 cm.

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Step 4: Join Point S to Point R.

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PQRS is the required parallelogram.