The correct statements that describe the steps to copy XY are:
C. Place a compass point at X and open the compass to length XY.
D. Using the same setting, place the compass point at M, draw an arc through line , and mark point N as the intersection.
Step-by-step explanation:
To copy XY, we can use the method of constructing congruent line segments using a compass and straightedge. Here are the steps:
1. Place the compass point at X, and open the compass to the length of XY.
- This step ensures that we have the same distance as XY.
2. With the compass still open to the length of XY, place the compass point at M.
- This step ensures that we maintain the same compass setting.
3. Draw an arc through the line.
- This arc will intersect the line at a point, which we'll label as N.
By following these steps, we can copy the length of XY onto the line and mark the intersection point as N.