Can a square cake be cut into nine slices so that everyone gets the same amount of cake and the same amount of frosting? The cake is frosted on the top and the sides. Be sure to explain your answer.

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Can a square cake be cut into nine slices so that everyone gets the
same amount of cake and the same amount of frosting? The cake is
frosted on the top and the sides. Be sure to explain your answer.
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