Simplify the ladder ratio below. State whether it is a safe ladder ratio. If the ladder ratio is greater than 4:1 it is likely to tip. If the ladder ratio is less than 4:1, it is likely to slip.

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A) 1 to 2; tip
B) 1 to 2; slip
C) 5 to 1; tip
D) 5 to 1; slip
E) 2 to 1; slip


C) 5 to 1; tip

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