Question

Suppose you rotate a rectangle about an axis parallel to its long edge, but not touching any part of the rectangle. What best describes the solid formed? ANSWERS: A cylinder with an opening down the middle, like a roll of paper towels A cylinder, the empty space is filled in by rotation. A cuboid with an open space in the middle, like a box without a bottom This isn't possible.

Answer 1

A cylinder with an opening down the middle, like a roll of paper towels

Explanation:

Since the axis of rotation does not touch the cylinder, you end up with a hollow cylinder similar to a pipe.

Answer: A cylinder with an opening down the middle, like a roll of paper towels