Simple Machines defined

Simple Machines Define

6 machines with defenitions

Wedge

• Pushes materials apart

• cuts something

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a wedge?

• knife

• wheel

• chair

Wheel and Axle

• makes it easy to move things by rolling them

• reduces friction

• easier to roll over

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a wheel and axle

• see-saw

• steering wheel

• screw

lever

• helps lift heavy object

• distance is longer

• makes job easier

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a lever?

• stairs

• bike

• hammer

Incline Plane

• easier to move objects upward

• it is a longer path to get to destination

• easier lifting

Multiple Choice

What is an example of an incline plane?

• shades and blinds

• stairs

• axe

Screw

• turns

• rotates

• lengthwise movemenet

• holds something together

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a screw?

• lid to a jar

• flag pole

• stairs

Pulley

• makes lifting heavy weights easier

• redirects the force

• usually uses a rope

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a pulley?

• window shades and blinks

• shopping cart

• scissors

Simple Machines

• make work easier

• have few or no moving parts

• changes the direction of the force

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