Question

type the correct answer in the box. a plane intersects a prism parallel to the base of the prism. the cross section is a polygon with eight sides. the base of the prism has sides. reset next

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the property of a prism's cross - section

When a plane intersects a prism parallel to its base, the cross - section is congruent to the base.

Step2: Determine the number of sides of the base

Since the cross - section (which is congruent to the base) is an eight - sided polygon, the base of the prism has the same number of sides as the cross - section.

Answer:

8