What is the shape of the cross-section, when a cone is cut by a plane parallel to its slant height?

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  1. Ellipse
  2. Circle
  3. Hyperbola
  4. Parabola

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Option 4 : Parabola
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When a cone is cut by a plane parallel to its slant height:

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The shape of the cross-section is a "Parabola".

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

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