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If a square pyramid is cut by a plane parallel to the base, what will the shape of the cross-section of the pyramid be?

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Square

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Hexagon

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Solution

The correct option is C Square

If a square pyramid is cut by a plane parallel to the base, the shape of the cross-section of the pyramid will be a square.

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