Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Sangaku - 6

This is a Java Applet created using GeoGebra from www.geogebra.org - it looks like you don't have Java installed, please go to www.java.com

2 comments:

  1. Here's a non-trivial challenge. Beginning with the outer square, draw Sanjay's diagram using compass and straight-edge construction. (A ruler can be used as a straight-edge if the markings are ignored.)

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  2. Sanjay, your diagram suggests a new problem with similar geometric appearance but different dimensions: Calculate the dimensions of a non-overlapping circle and square of equal area inscribed in a unit square.

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