A worker needs to load a heavy box onto a truck. The worker uses a ramp to move the box because the ramp

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Responses

increases the weight of the box.

increases the weight of the box.

reduces the gravitational force on the box.

reduces the gravitational force on the box.

increases the amount of friction on the box.

increases the amount of friction on the box.

reduces the amount of applied force needed on the box.

reduces the amount of applied force needed on the box.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

reduces the amount of applied force needed on the box.

Using a ramp allows the worker to lift the box along an inclined plane, which requires less force compared to lifting it straight up vertically. The ramp effectively distributes the weight of the box over a longer distance, reducing the force needed to move it upward.