To identify: The appropriate tool for the task if a certain task requires making a vertical transition with a slope of
Tools | Range of angles |
Ramp | |
Fixed steps | |
Ladder stairs | |
Portable stairs | |
Fixed ladder |
The ladder stairs are the most appropriate for accomplishing the task.
Given information:
The given table is:
Tools | Range of angles |
Ramp | |
Fixed steps | |
Ladder stairs | |
Portable stairs | |
Fixed ladder |
Explanation:
It is given that
The length of the opposite angle
Now solve for
Therefore, the angle of elevation is about
Now observe the table, it can be seen that the recommended range of the angles of elevation for ladder stairs are
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