Constructing loci - Intermediate and Higher tier
To construct a A path formed by a point which moves according to a rule. The plural form is loci. around a point you will need to first construct the line and then shade the appropriate region given the question.
Question
A dog is on a lead measuring 3 m. The other end is attached to a post in the middle of a garden.
Using a scale of 1 cm = 1 m, shade the area the dog can reach.
Setting your compass to 3 cm, draw a circle with the post at the centre.
Shade the area inside the circle as this is the area the dog will be able to reach; anywhere outside this circle will be out of reach.
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