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Master It Open one of the sample parts from this chapter, show the flat tree, and edit
each sketch. Make sure you understand what each sketch relation is doing.
Reverse engineer a simple part using digital images. Take pictures from at least two sides
of a simple object you can model using simple extrude features, trying to make the photos
look like drawing views. Use the images as sketch pictures, align the edges on the photo with
the X and Y of the sketch, and sketch over them.

Master It Insert the photos into sketches and model with the image as a reference.
Create a wireframe representation of a chair from 3D sketches. 3D sketches are frequently
used in many types of design. Getting some practice drawing lines in 3D space will help you
gain command of these tools.

Master It Start by creating the centerlines of the square members of a simple
wooden chair.