Understanding Cones
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A cone is a solid shape with a circle base and a point, called a vertex. The radius is the distance from the center of the base to the edge. The height is the distance from the base to the vertex.
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Quick Quiz
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What is the formula for the lateral surface area of a right cone?
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Real-World Problem
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Intermediate
Ice Cream Cone
You have an ice cream cone with radius 2 inches and slant height 5 inches (the 5-inch measure is the slant height). How much waffle does the ice cream shop need to make the cone?
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Think About This
Why is the slant height not defined for oblique cones?
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