Question

question 9 of 10 which is the best definition of a conic section? a. the figure defined by the intersection of a cone and a circle b. the figure defined by the intersection of a cone and a point c. the figure defined by the intersection of a cone and a plane d. the figure defined by the intersection of a cone and a line

Explanation:

A conic - section is formed when a plane intersects a cone. Depending on the angle of the plane with respect to the cone, different conic - sections (such as circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas) are created.

Answer:

C. The figure defined by the intersection of a cone and a plane