An inclined plane is 10.0 m long and 2.5 m high. What is the mechanical advantage?

MA = 4

Explanation:

In order to solve this problem, we must use the definition of the ideal mechanical advantage, which tells us that it is equal to the relationship of the inclined distance over the height with respect to the level of the ground

MA = L / h

where:

MA = mechanical advantage

L = Length of the inclined plane = 10 [m]

h = elevation = 2.5 [m]

MA = 10/2.5

MA = 4