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Accessible ramps

If the total rise on an accessible ramp leading to a building's entrance is 5 inches, what is the maximum permitted slope?
A. 1:8
B. 1:10
C. 1:12
D. 1:20
AnswerB. 1:10 is permitted as long as the max. rise does not exceed 6 inches.

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