Multiple choice

The formula for the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane is

  1. load arm divided by effort arm

  2. distance divided by height

  3. height divided by distance

  4. effort arm multiplied by load arm

  5. half of the input arm divided by output arm
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Explanation

The mechanical advantage of an inclined plane is the ratio of the length of the plank to the vertical height of the load raised.

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