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Is trisecting a given angle possible?
Yes, it is possible.
When Trisecting a line segment requires a ruler and a compass since a straight edge and compass will not be sufficient?
False
Trisecting a line segment by using only a straightedge and compass was proven impossible by advanced algebra?
false
Can you trisect a right angle into four equal parts using only a compass and a straight edge?
"Trisecting" is cutting into three equal parts, not four. Trisecting is impossible. Cutting into four equal parts is possible though, and trivial once you know how to bisect an angle.
Trisecting a line segment by using only a straightedge and compass was proven impossible by advanced algebra.?
You don't need advanced algebra to prove that it is impossible to trisect a line segment using only a straight edge and a compass: anyone knows that you will also need a pencil! And one you have that then there are plenty of easy ways to do it.
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