Cross Sections Worksheets
Classify geometric figures using their stated properties, including inclusive shape categories.
Before you begin
Read labeled dimensions and coordinates. Recall multiplication facts and length units.
Worked example
What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
- A slice parallel to these bases has the same shape as the base.
Answer: circle
Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
Choose your level
These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.
- Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
- Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
- Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.
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Preview and print an easy set
Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.
1
What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism cut parallel to its rectangular base?
2
What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
3
What shape is the cross section of a circular cone cut parallel to its base, below the tip?
4
What shape is the cross section of a triangular prism cut parallel to its triangular base?
5
What shape is the cross section of a circular cone cut parallel to its base, below the tip?
6
What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism cut parallel to its rectangular base?
Answer Key
1. rectangle2. circle3. circle4. triangle5. circle6. rectangle