### Understanding Cross Sections of a Hexagonal Prism #### Problem Statement A right hexagonal prism is shown below. A two-dimensional cross-section that is perpendicular to the base is taken from the prism. ![Hexagonal Prism](URL_to_image) **Question:** Which figure describes the two-dimensional cross-section? A. rectangle B. pentagon C. hexagon D. triangle #### Explanation of Diagram The provided diagram illustrates a right hexagonal prism, characterized by its hexagonal bases and rectangular lateral faces. The dotted lines within the prism indicate a cross-section that is perpendicular to the base, cutting through the prism. #### Solution When a right hexagonal prism is cut perpendicular to its base, we are essentially slicing through its lateral faces. Each of these faces is a rectangle. Therefore, the two-dimensional cross-section obtained by this method will also be a rectangle. **Correct Answer:** A. rectangle

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### Understanding Cross Sections of a Hexagonal Prism

#### Problem Statement

A right hexagonal prism is shown below. A two-dimensional cross-section that is perpendicular to the base is taken from the prism.

![Hexagonal Prism](URL_to_image)

**Question:** Which figure describes the two-dimensional cross-section?

A. rectangle    
B. pentagon    
C. hexagon    
D. triangle

#### Explanation of Diagram

The provided diagram illustrates a right hexagonal prism, characterized by its hexagonal bases and rectangular lateral faces. The dotted lines within the prism indicate a cross-section that is perpendicular to the base, cutting through the prism.

#### Solution

When a right hexagonal prism is cut perpendicular to its base, we are essentially slicing through its lateral faces. Each of these faces is a rectangle. Therefore, the two-dimensional cross-section obtained by this method will also be a rectangle.

**Correct Answer:** A. rectangle
Transcribed Image Text:### Understanding Cross Sections of a Hexagonal Prism #### Problem Statement A right hexagonal prism is shown below. A two-dimensional cross-section that is perpendicular to the base is taken from the prism. ![Hexagonal Prism](URL_to_image) **Question:** Which figure describes the two-dimensional cross-section? A. rectangle B. pentagon C. hexagon D. triangle #### Explanation of Diagram The provided diagram illustrates a right hexagonal prism, characterized by its hexagonal bases and rectangular lateral faces. The dotted lines within the prism indicate a cross-section that is perpendicular to the base, cutting through the prism. #### Solution When a right hexagonal prism is cut perpendicular to its base, we are essentially slicing through its lateral faces. Each of these faces is a rectangle. Therefore, the two-dimensional cross-section obtained by this method will also be a rectangle. **Correct Answer:** A. rectangle
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