9.a [§ 4.7.5]
If the sidewalk at the top of the ramp (“x” in the illustration) is 48 inches wide or more, answer this question. If “x” is less than 48 inches, skip this question and answer the next one.
To answer this question you need to determine the slope of the flared sides to make sure it is 10 percent or less.
Answer this question only if X = 48" or more
![Illustration of a curb ramp, with arrows identifing [sic] the minimum clear space area, at the top of the curb ramp.](/images/15176)
To measure the slope of a curb ramp’s flared side, place a level on the flared side near the edge of the curb. The level should be placed so that it is parallel to the curb. Place the level in the same position and location as each of the arrows in the illustration to the left [below].
Place The Level in the areas designated by the arrows to measure the slope of the flared sides
![Illustration of a curb ramp, with arrows identifing [sic] the location to use a level to measure the angel of the curb ramp.](/images/15177)
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