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Question 147857: from point a to point b elevation drops 2.6 feet. total distance from a to b is 560 feet.at what percent does this flow.: from point a to point b elevation drops 2.6 feet. total distance from a to b is 560 feet.at what percent does this flow.
Answer by vleith(1175) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
To find percent grade, divide the part by the whole and multiply by 100.
(-2.6/560)* 100% =
-0.00464 * 100% =
-0.46% grade