Construct Triangle/Square/Hexagon in a Circle

Follow these steps to construct an equilateral triangle inscribed in a circle.

1) Using the POINT TOOL & SEGMENT TOOL, label point C on circle A to create diameter CB. 2) Using the COMPASS TOOL, create a circle with radius AB and center point B 3) Using the POINT TOOL, mark points D and F where circle A intersects circle B. 4) Using the SEGMENT TOOL, draw a segment from point D to point F. 5) Using the SEGMENT TOOL, draw a segment from point D to point C. RESULT: Equilateral triangle DCF inscribed in circle A.

Construct Equilateral Triangle Inscribed in a Circle

Using the slider to see the steps, and then try it on your own.

Use the slider to go through the steps on constructing a hexagon inscribed inside a circle, then try it on your own.