Which inclined plane uses the least amount of force?

Short height, long length

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Short height, short length

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Tall height, short length

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Solution

The correct option is A Short height, long length
With short height and long length, the effort required is less. As shown in below diagram, the effort is reduced as the length increases for same height.

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