Question 8(Multiple Choice Worth 1 point)
(06.04 MC)
A cylindrical container that contains three balls that are 2.7 inches in diameter is standing on its base and passes through an x-ray scanner that scans from the top only. What outline will appear on the x-ray screen, and with what dimensions?
Diagram in picture
Answer Choices
A rectangle that is 2.7 in x 8.1 in
A rectangle that is 5.4 in x 8.1 in
A circle with a diameter of 2.7 in
A circle with a diameter of 5.4 in
The answer is a circle with a diameter of 2.7. The reason behind this is that the perpendicular cross-section of a sphere is a circle. The circle will have the same diameter making it 2.7. The x-ray can only see the first circle since it views from the top. This means that the answer is a circle with a diameter of 2.7. If this answer helped you I would appreciate it if you could check out my channel The Game Rater. If you enjoy the content please think about subscribing.
