Which sectional view of the body is produced by a slice perpendicular to the long axis?

A) cross-section
B) transverse section
C) longitudinal section
D) sagittal section


A
Explanation: A cross-section is a horizontal section of the body and, therefore, perpendicular to the long axis of the body. Transverse, longitudinal, and sagittal sections are vertical sections and would be parallel to the long axis.

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