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As shown above, a 10 - foot ramp forms an angle of `23^(@)` with the ground, which is horizontal. Which of the following is an expression for the vertical rise, in feet, of the ramp?

A

`10cos 23^(@)`

B

`10sin 23^(@)`

C

`10tan23^(@)`

D

`10cot23^(@)`

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b
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