A grade of 0.4 percent is being considered for a mountain roadway. The elevation at the initial point is 2054.23 feet and a horizontal distance of 5758.79 needs to be covered. What is the elevation at the end of the grade?

A grade of 0.4 percent is being considered for a mountain roadway. The elevation at the initial point is 2054.23 feet and a horizontal distance of 5758.79 needs to be covered. What is the elevation at the end of the grade?

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