An ellipse is formed when a plane slices through a cone.

Last updated: 7/11/2022

An ellipse is formed when a plane slices through a cone. Which of the following describes the relationship between the plane and the cone? The plane is parallel to the base of the cone. The plane is perpendicular to the base of the cone. The plane is parallel to the slant edge of the cone and intersects the base of the cone. The plane is at a slight angle with respect to the base of the cone, but does not intersect it.