To determine which side of the prism corresponds to side \(x\) of the vertical cross section, we need to analyze the dimensions provided:
- Height = 2 ft
- Width = 6 ft
- Length = 8 ft
A vertical cross section will typically show the height and one of the horizontal dimensions (width or length).
Let's consider the options:
- A. The width, which is equal to 6 ft
- B. The length, which is equal to 8 ft
- C. The height, which is equal to 2 ft
To answer the question regarding side \(x\), we would examine which of the given dimensions this corresponds to based on the usual layout of a vertical cross-section:
If side \(x\) is representing a vertical measure, it would correspond to the height.
If \(x\) represents a horizontal dimension, it could represent either the width or length.
Without having the actual figure to refer to, it's a bit tricky, but typically in a vertical cross-section involving a prism, height is one of the visible dimensions, along with either the width or length depending on the orientation of the cross section.
If we assume that side \(x\) represents a vertical measure, then:
Answer:
- The correct choice is C. The height, which is equal to 2 ft.
You would need to analyze side \(y\) similarly once \(x\) is identified. If side \(y\) runs horizontally, depending on the vertical orientation, it could represent either width or length.