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A ramp is needed to allow vehicles to climb a 2 foot wall. The angle of elevation in order for the vehicles to safely go up must be 30 degrees or less, and the longest ramp available is 5 feet long. Can this ramp be used safely?

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User Azghanvi
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Answer:

Yes, it's safe

Explanation:

Sin(theta) = 2/5

Theta = 23.57° < 30°

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