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What shapes make up a hexagonal prism net?

A hexagonal prism net is composed of two hexagonal bases and six lateral faces. In the visual example, the six lateral faces appear as rectangles connecting the two hexagons in the unfolded layout.

Conditions

  • The solid is a hexagonal prism.
  • The net includes two hexagon bases and six lateral faces.

Reasoning, step by step

  1. Begin with a 3D hexagonal prism.
  2. Unfold the six lateral faces into a connected strip.
  3. Attach the two hexagonal bases to the strip.

Example

A hexagonal prism unfolds into two hexagons attached to a strip of six rectangles.

Common misconceptions

  • Confusing the number of lateral faces with the number of sides of the base.
  • Thinking the bases are rectangles.

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