Question

Jammal makes a cut through a block of florist's foam, as shown. What are the dimensions of the exposed cross section?

A. 6 in x 10 in
B. 3 in x 5 in
C. 3 in x 6 in
D. 5 in x 6 in

Answer 1

C. 3 in x 6 in

Explanation:

Jammal cuts the block in a straight line parallel to one side... so the section revealed when he finishes his cut will be identical as the parallel side to which the cut is done.

We know the the left side of the prism on the image is 3 inches wide and 6 inches high... so that will also be the dimensions of the exposed cross section.

The answer is then 3 inches y 6 inches. The thickness of the block (5 inches) has no impact on the exposed area of the cross-section.