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Working
Length (feet)

Maximum Deflection Y of
Loaded Rail
(inches)

Twist Angle
(degrees)

Sine

Extension
Ladder

Combination
Ladder

Extension
Ladder

Combination
Ladder

Extension
Ladder

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Deflection Test

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