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Question
Construct ∆ABC such that m∠A = 55°, m∠B = 60°, and l(AB) = 5.9 cm.
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Solution

Steps of construction:
- Draw seg AB of length 5.9 cm.
- Draw ray AD such that ∠BAD = 55°.
- Draw ray BE such that ∠ABE = 60°.
- Name the point of intersection of ray AD and BE as C.
Therefore, △ABC is the required triangle.
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