Simple Machine Quiz

This simple machine is made up of a bar that pivots on a fixed support, or fulcrum.

• Pulley

• Lever

• Wedge

• Wheel and Axle

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

When you apply a force to the wheel of a bicycle the axle will turn __________ the wheel.

• Faster than

• Slower than

• The same

A _______ is a rope (pulled over a wheel) that makes work easier by changing the direction of force or increasing the applied force.

• Lever

• Wedge

• Pulley

• Wheel and Axle

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

A knife is an example of a ?

• Wedge

• Inclined plane

• Screw

• Lever

A _________ is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.

• Pulley

• Lever

• Screw

• Lever

The _________ consists of a bar that pivots on a fulcrum.

• Lever

• Wheel and axle

• Inclined plane

• Wedge

The force applied on a lever by pushing down results in a force pushing (a)   at the other end.

How are the three classes of levers different from eachother?

List the six simple machines.

Describe two ways simple machines make work easier.