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Construct a line segment of length 2 cm using a ruler and compass.

Step 1: Draw a line l. Mark a point A on a line l.

Step 2: Place the compasses' pointer on the zero mark of the ruler. Open it to place the pencil point up to the 2 cm mark.

Step 3: Please see that the opening of the compass has not changed, place the pointer on A and swing an arc to cut the line l and then mark the point as B.

AB is a line segment of the required length.
