How does inclination affect the efficiency of a ramp?

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lauralovesyou

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Dec 30, 2009

So I did a lab experiment and found out that the higher the angle, the more efficient the ramp is, and just curious, does anyone know the reason for this? Any info provided would be greatly appreciated.

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JaWiB

Dec 30, 2009

Efficient in what way? What was the experiment?

How does inclination affect the efficiency of a ramp?

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