Question

In a question figure a 3D object is given. Identify the correct top view of the object amongst the answer figures.

• A.

  

• B.

  

• C.

  

• D.

  

Hint:

Looking from above, each level shows as a vertical strip, and the slot cut into the front of the column appears as a rectangle open at the bottom edge of the view.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Look straight down on the object with the front at the bottom.
Going from left to right we meet the low ledge, the tall column and the steps on the right; each is a vertical strip separated by vertical lines, so the top view is a rectangle cut into strips.
The slot in the front of the column is open at the front edge, so from above it appears as a rectangle starting at the bottom edge and reaching part-way back.
Options (1) and (2) are outlines like a front elevation (stepped silhouette), and option (3) shows the slot with hidden lines, which is wrong because the slot is visible from above.
Option (4) has the vertical strips and the central rectangle open at the bottom.
Answer: (4) the fourth view