slant height definition
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the definition of 'slant height', which is a term commonly used in geometry, particularly in relation to conical and pyramidal shapes. It refers to the distance from the apex of a cone or a pyramid to a point on the perimeter of its base along the side face.
Answer
The distance measured along a lateral face from the base to the apex along the 'center' of the face.
The slant height is the distance measured along a lateral face from the base to the apex along the 'center' of the face.
Answer for screen readers
The slant height is the distance measured along a lateral face from the base to the apex along the 'center' of the face.
More Information
In geometry, the slant height is often used in the context of cones and pyramids. Specifically, it is the hypotenuse of a right triangle formed by the height and half the base length.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the slant height with the vertical height. Ensure you are measuring along the lateral face of the figure.
Sources
- Slant Height - Wolfram MathWorld - mathworld.wolfram.com
- Slant Height Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster - merriam-webster.com
- SLANT HEIGHT Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com - dictionary.com
