Question

32. Which ramp has the greater ideal mechanical advantage? Explain your reasoning. (Image included)

Answer 1

It would be the first one because it is not as steep and as you are climbing it, you have more power than if you were climbing the second one.

Answer 2

Ramp A

Step-by-step explanation:

the mechanical advantage of a ramp is given by

`MA=(L)/(h)`

where L is the length of the ramp and h is its height.

The Mechanical advantage of ramp A is:
`MA=(6 m)/(2 m)=3`

The Mechanical advantage of ramp B is:
`MA= (3 m)/(2 m)=1.5`

So, ramp A has a greater mechanical advantage.