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If a right triangle is continuously rotated around one of its legs, which 3-dimensional object is generated?

If a right triangle is continuously rotated around one of its legs, which 3-dimensional-example-1
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Answer:

Cone.

Explanation:

Let's get a better view of the situation by making a diagram if you have a right triangle rotated around its legs:

Notice that the 3-dimensional object that is generated is a cone.

If a right triangle is continuously rotated around one of its legs, which 3-dimensional-example-1
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