Q. A cube is pictured below. Select the type of cross section formed when the figure is cut parallel to its base.pentagontrianglesquarecircle
Identify Base Properties: Identify the properties of the base of the cube.A cube has 6 faces, each of which is a square. When a cube is cut parallel to its base, the cross section will have the same shape as the base.
Determine Cross Section Shape: Determine the shape of the cross section.Since the base of the cube is a square, and the cut is made parallel to this square base, the cross section will also be a square.
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