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right triangle construction

Source: Polish MO Finals 1956 p3

August 29, 2024
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Problem Statement

On a straight line, three distinct points M M , D D , H H are given. Construct a right-angled triangle for which M M is the midpoint of the hypotenuse, D D is the point of intersection of the bisector of the right angle with the hypotenuse, and H H is the foot of the altitude to the hypotenuse.