To calculate the ramp grade:
\[ \text{Grade} (\%) = \left( \frac{\text{Rise}}{\text{Run}} \right) \times 100 \]
Where:
A ramp grade is a measure of the steepness or incline of a ramp. It is expressed as a percentage that represents the ratio of the vertical rise to the horizontal run. This measurement is important for ensuring that ramps are built to standards that make them safe and accessible, especially for wheelchair users and others with mobility challenges.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
Step 1: Divide the rise by the run and multiply by 100:
\[ \text{Grade} = \left( \frac{6}{72} \right) \times 100 = 8.33\% \]
The ramp grade is 8.33%.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
Step 1: Divide the rise by the run and multiply by 100:
\[ \text{Grade} = \left( \frac{12}{144} \right) \times 100 = 8.33\% \]
The ramp grade is 8.33%.