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select the type of cross section formed when a rectangular pyramid is c…

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select the type of cross section formed when a rectangular pyramid is cut by a plane containing its altitude and perpendicular to its base. answer triangle hexagon rectangle circle submit answer

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

A rectangular pyramid's altitude runs from its apex perpendicular to the rectangular base. A plane containing this altitude and perpendicular to the base will pass through the apex and two opposite edges (or vertices) of the rectangular base, forming a closed figure with three straight sides.

Answer:

triangle