Question

most new buildings are required to have a ramp for the handicapped that has a maximum vertical rise of 7 feet for every 84 feet of horizontal distance. (a) what is the value of the slope of a ramp for the handicapped? select the correct choice below and fill in any answer boxes within your choice. a. m = (simplify your answer.) b. the slope is undefined.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall slope formula

The slope $m$ of a line is given by $m=\frac{\text{vertical change}}{\text{horizontal change}}$.

Step2: Identify vertical and horizontal changes

The vertical rise is 7 feet and the horizontal distance is 84 feet. So, $m = \frac{7}{84}$.

Step3: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{7}{84}=\frac{7\div7}{84\div7}=\frac{1}{12}$.

Answer:

A. $m=\frac{1}{12}$