construct a right triangle whose base is 12cm and sum of its hypotenuse and other side is 10cm. (use ruler and compass only). 
i know how to do this question but i have a big doubt. how will i take 18cm in my compass.no compass in the world can stretch that much wide(only the usual normal size compass is allowed to use in school).so how will i do this question?plsssss help expertzzzzzz

Dear Student ,
Please find below the solution to the asked query :

Divide all sides by 2.Now draw base=122=6 cm.Sum of hypotenuse and other side=182=9 cm .Mentioned it in your solution . Figure obtained will be correct .
 
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