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What is the inclined plane also known as?
What is the inclined plane also known as?
- Gradient
- Ramp (correct)
- Elevation
- Slope
What is the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane equal to?
What is the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane equal to?
- Coefficient of friction
- Ratio of the length of the sloped surface to the height it spans (correct)
- Weight of the load
- Angle of inclination
How does moving an object up an inclined plane compare to lifting it straight up?
How does moving an object up an inclined plane compare to lifting it straight up?
- Requires more force but decreases the distance moved
- Requires less force and decreases the distance moved
- Requires more force and increases the distance moved
- Requires less force but increases the distance moved (correct)
What is the primary purpose of an inclined plane?
What is the primary purpose of an inclined plane?
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How does the amount of mechanical energy required to lift an object up a given vertical distance on an inclined plane compare to lifting it straight up?
How does the amount of mechanical energy required to lift an object up a given vertical distance on an inclined plane compare to lifting it straight up?
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