10-2: Simple Machines

Front

The fixed point on a lever is called the __________.

Back

Fulcrum

Front

An __________________ is a flat surface that is raised higher at one end in order to move objects up or down.

Back

Inclined Plane

Front

This image shows which of the following simple machines?

Wedge

,

Lever

,

Screw

,

Pulley

Back

Pulley

Front

Which is not a type of simple machine?
Options: spring, screw, pulley, wedge

Back

spring

Front

What does a simple machine do?

Back

Allows the users to apply less force over a longer distance, reduce the amount of force needed to do work, change the direction of the applied force.

Front

An axe is an example of a

Back

wedge

Front

The purpose of a simple machine is to make work easier by allowing for a push or pull to occur over an increased distance.

Back

True

Front

When force is used to move an object across a distance, this is called...

Back

work

Front

What class lever is a pair of scissors?

Back

1st

Front

What class lever is a wheelbarrow?

Back

2nd