Question

Which solids have the same type of vertical cross sections through the base?

A. A rectangular prism and a cylinder

B. A rectangular prism and a cone

C. A cylinder and a cone

D. A cylinder and a pyramid

Answer 1

A, prism and cylinder is correct.

Answer 2

Option A. A rectangular prism and a cylinder is the correct option.

Step-by-step explanation:

First option is true as the vertical cross sections of both rectangular prism and cylinder are rectangles.

Second option is false (The vertical cross section through the base of a rectangular prism is a rectangle)

Third option is false (The vertical cross section through the base of a cone is a triangle)

Fourth option is false (The vertical cross section through the base of a pyramid is a triangle)