In a triangular prism, what is the shape that forms the lateral faces?

Triangle

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Circle

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Rectangle

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There are no lateral faces

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Solution

The correct option is D Rectangle
Triangular prisms are three-dimensional figures formed by putting rectangles and triangles together.
The bases are triangles. So, the lateral faces are formed by rectangles.
Hence, option C is correct.

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