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Simple Machines Quizzes

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Day 5 Quiz

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Physics 3 Quiz:

 

  1. What is the formula for work?

  2. List 4 simple machines

  3. What two factors do simple machines manipulate?

  4. To give a lever more mechanical advantage, what do I do to the fulcrum?

  5. If my input force is 5 N and output force is 10 N, what is my M.A.?

  6. How can you increase the MA of the following tools?  (1 pt each)

    a. Wheelbarrow:

       b. Shovel:

       c. Wrench:

       d. Pliers:

       e. Fishing Pole:

       f. Scissors:

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  7. Calculate the M.A.: 2 N * 25 m = 10 N * 5 m

  8. Calculate the work using the information from question 7:

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