Question

Which advantage does a set of stairs have over a ladder that goes straight up?(1 point)
Responses

The total amount of work is less, although the distance traveled is greater.
The total amount of work is less, although the distance traveled is greater.
The total distance traveled is less, although the total work done is the same.
The total distance traveled is less, although the total work done is the same.
The total amount of force is less, although the distance traveled is greater.
The total amount of force is less, although the distance traveled is greater.
The total distance traveled is less, although the force necessary is greater

Answer 1

The total amount of force is less, although the distance traveled is greater.
work = m g h either way

Answer 2

The total amount of work is less, although the distance traveled is greater.

Answer 3

I see, thank you for the clarification. The total amount of force is less, although the distance traveled is greater.