Describe the different shapes formed by the cross sections taken parallel, perpendicular, and diagonal to the base of a cone.

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anonymous · Answer

I described this to you earlier, try it for yourself first, please.

directrix · Answer

This is very much a visual problem. Let's look at some cross sections of a cone and then decide which may apply to this problem.  @lowcard2

anonymous · Answer

ohh i see i know what to write i needed that visual thank you

directrix · Answer

Perpendicular to the base is not shown. Diagonal to the base is "iffy." I think we need a better cone.

directrix · Answer

Cross section diagonal to base of cone. See attachment.

directrix · Answer

We need to summarize what the images display. Cross section: Perpendicular --> http://openstudy.com/study#/updates/523ff5dfe4b0bf40a6af422b (discussed on that thread) --> Triangle Parallel --> Circle Diagonal to Base --> Ellipse @lowcard2