The diagram shows a sphere with center O and a radius of 6 inches that has been cut by a plane. The cross-section formed by the

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plane is shaded.
Which shape is a possible representation of the cross-section?

2 answers:

marta [7] · Answer 1 · 2022-04-29T23:42:01+03:00

Answer:

A circle

Step-by-step explanation:

- A sphere is a three-dimensional object whose surface is round.

- A cross section is defined as the intersection of a figure with three dimensions and a plane.

- By definition, all the intersects of a sphere an a plane are circles.

Based on the information shown above, you can conclude that the cross section, which is shown in the figure attached, is a circle.

Rashid [163] · Answer 2 · 2022-04-29T22:16:27+03:00

Answer: A circle.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve this exercise is important to remember:

- A sphere is a three-dimensional object whose surface is round.

- A cross section is defined as the intersection of a figure with three dimensions and a plane.

- By definition, all the intersects of a sphere an a plane are circles.

Based on the information shown above, you can conclude that the cross section, which is shown in the figure attached, is a circle.