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Which of the following steps is similar when constructing parallel and perpendicular lines?

A. Intersecting arcs are created and connected.

B. Copy an angle by creating arcs with a compass.

C. A compass is used to draw arcs

D. Check the length of each side of the polygon with a compass.

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