Simple Machines

Simple Machines

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Physics

11th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Mechanical Advantage (MA)?

Back

Mechanical Advantage (MA) is how much stronger the machine makes you.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of simple machine is a seesaw?

Back

A seesaw is an example of a lever.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify this simple machine: Pulley, Lever, Wedge, Inclined Plane.

Back

Pulley.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of simple machine is a wheelchair ramp?

Back

A wheelchair ramp is an example of an inclined plane.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If an inclined plane is 15 meters long and raises 3 meters high, how much effort force is needed to push a 20 N box up the inclined plane?

Back

4 N.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define a lever.

Back

A lever is a simple machine that consists of a rigid bar that pivots around a fixed point called the fulcrum.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a pulley?

Back

A pulley is used to change the direction of a force and can also be used to gain a mechanical advantage.

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