Question

question 2 (multiple choice worth 1 points) (06.04 mc) what is the shape of the cross section taken parallel to the base of a cone? rectangle circle triangle ellipse

Explanation:

A cone has a circular base. When a cross - section is taken parallel to the base of a cone, by the property of conic sections, the shape of the cross - section is a circle. A rectangle is not formed as there are no right - angled sides in this cross - section. A triangle would be formed if the cross - section is taken perpendicular to the base (through the vertex), not parallel. An ellipse is formed when the cross - section is taken at an angle to the base, not parallel.

Answer:

C. Circle