Question

Mountain climber Joe climbed to a mountain peak that was1200 feet above its base and 1500 feet east of its base. Mountain climber Bob climbed to a mountain peak that was 900 feet above its base and 1000 feet east of its base.
Who climbed a steeper mountain? Explain.

Answer 1

Bob climbed a steeper mountain because he traveled higher and less far: 1,200 / 1,500=.8 Joe 900 / 1000=.9 bob

Answer 2

: Joe’s mountain had a rise of 1200 and a run of 1500, making the slope of the mountain 4/5. Bob’s mountain had a rise of 900 and a run of 1000, making the slope of the mountain 9/10. Since 9/10 is larger than 4/5, the slope of Bob’s mountain is steeper than the slope of Joe’s mountain.