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Yes, I see how walking up certain stairs in a certain way may provide for your center of mass to make a smooth path up the stairs. On a ladder I can make my center of mass approximate any path you might like despite what the formula might give for the mechanical...
Homework Statement
What is the mechanical advantage of a staircase that is 10 meters long (horizontally) and 5 meters high (vertically)?
Homework Equations
MA=Length/Height
The Attempt at a Solution
MA=2.2
I'm certain that this is the answer my teacher is looking for, but it...