An escalator is moving forward and upward with a speed of 2 ft/s. If the steps are

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An escalator is moving forward and upward with a speed of 2 ft/s. If the steps are 8 in. high and 15 in. in length, determine the required horsepower of a motor needed to lift an average load of 180 lb per step. The escalator rises to a height of 20 ft from the floor.

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