Simple Machines

Which is a device that forces things apart?

• Pulley

• Wedge

• Screw

• Lever

Which is used to reduce friction?

• Wedge

• Lever

• Inclined Plane

• Wheel and Axle

Which moves around a pivot point to increase or decrease mechanical advantage?

• Lever

• Screw

• Pulley

• Wedge

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What raises objects by moving up a slope?

• Pulley

• Wheel and Axle

• Screw

• Inclined Plane

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Which is a device that can hold things together?

• Pulley

• Screw

• Wedge

• Inclined Plane

What simple machine changes the direction of a force?

• Screw

• Wedge

• Pulley

• Wheel and Axle

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A ________ is essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a shaft.

• Lever

• Pulley

• Wedge

• Screw

A ramp is an example of an _______

• Wheel and Axle

• Pulley

• Screw

• Inclined Plane

A simple machine that could be used to life heavy things would be a __________.

• Screw

• Pulley

• Wedge

• Wheel and Axle

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What advantage is gained by using simple machines to accomplish work with less effort?

• Mechanical Advantage

• Simple machine advantage

• Pulley Advantage

• Structural Advantage

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