When I try to extrude dxf files that I have imported from adobe illustrator, they extrude but there is also a rectangular panel attached to the extruded shape

 From:  Marcolie56
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When I try to extrude dxf files that I have imported from adobe illustrator, they extrude but there is also a rectangular panel attached to the extruded shape why is that. I also have difficulty changing the dimensions, they don't read correctly. Please Help. Thanks in advance.