Question

What is the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane that has a length of 9 feet and a height of 3 feet?

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The mechanical advantage (MA) of an inclined plane can be calculated using the formula:

\[
\text{Mechanical Advantage (MA)} = \frac{\text{Length of the Inclined Plane}}{\text{Height of the Inclined Plane}}
\]

In this case, the length of the inclined plane is 9 feet, and the height is 3 feet. Plugging these values into the formula gives:

\[
\text{MA} = \frac{9 \text{ feet}}{3 \text{ feet}} = 3
\]

Thus, the mechanical advantage of the inclined plane is **3**.