do you or do you not need a compass and straightedge to construct geometrical figures?

Question

I was asked to debate that a straightedge and compass is not needed to construct geometrical figures. I have looked up on various internet sites but still not sure how to debate this topic.

Answer 1

construct and draw mean two different things

You can use a protractor or just estimate to draw an equilateral triangle, but you need a compass and straight edge to construct one.

Answer 2

do you need compass in 4rd grade geometry