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Describe cross-sections of solids

7th grade (Year 8 in England) · 16 questions · Common Core: 7.G.A.3 · England: KS3 Geometry and measures

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Question 1
A sphere is sliced anywhere. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Square
- B. Rectangle
- C. Pentagon
- D. Circle
Question 2
A prism has a octagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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Question 3
A cone standing on its base is sliced straight down through its tip. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Circle
- B. Triangle
- C. Pentagon
- D. Square
Question 4
A prism has a octagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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Question 5
A cylinder standing upright is sliced straight down through its centre. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Circle
- B. Rectangle
- C. Triangle
- D. Pentagon
Question 6
A prism has a hexagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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Question 7
A sphere is sliced anywhere. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Circle
- B. Pentagon
- C. Triangle
- D. Square
Question 8
A prism has a octagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
Answer
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Question 9
A triangular prism is sliced parallel to its triangular end. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Pentagon
- B. Triangle
- C. Square
- D. Rectangle
Question 10
A prism has a hexagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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Question 11
A cone standing on its base is sliced straight down through its tip. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Square
- B. Pentagon
- C. Triangle
- D. Rectangle
Question 12
A prism has a pentagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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Question 13
A sphere is sliced anywhere. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Pentagon
- B. Square
- C. Rectangle
- D. Circle
Question 14
A prism has a triangle at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
Answer
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Question 15
A cylinder is sliced parallel to its circular base. What shape is the cut face (cross-section)?
- A. Circle
- B. Square
- C. Pentagon
- D. Triangle
Question 16
A prism has a pentagon at each end. It is sliced parallel to the ends. How many sides does the cross-section have?
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