Simple Machines

Front

A simple machine that consists a rigid bar that pivots on a fixed point

Back

lever

Front

An axe is an example of a: pulley, inclined plane, screw, wedge

Back

wedge

Front

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

Back

work

Front

The device used to raise a flag up a flag pole is an example of a:
- wheel and axle
- lever
- inclined plane
- pulley

Back

pulley

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

Name this simple machine. Options: Wheel and Axle, Lever, Pulley, Wedge

Back

Wheel and Axle

Front

How much work is done if I use 5N of force to move an object 2 meters?

Back

10 Joules

Front

A simple machine that is made up of an incline plane wrapped around a cylinder, often used to hold things together is a...

Back

screw

Front

A ramp.

Back

Inclined Plane

Front

Mechanical Advantage: To increase or decrease the applied force. Options: Lever, Pulley, Wheel and Axle, Screw

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Lever