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What is an inclined plane?

 

An inclined plane is a sloped flat surface.

An inclined plane has one end higher than the other.

A person or object can be moved up or down the inclined plane. 

Inclined planes can change the amount of force need to do work.

Inclined planes can also change the direction or the distance of the applied forces.

Screws and wedges are types of inclined planes.

 

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Real life examples of inclined planes.






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