A simple machine is a device that helps to reduce the amount of _____ required to work.

• force

• work

• energy

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A sloping force, like a ramp, that reduces the mount of force required to lift an object.

• screw

• inclined plane

• wheel and axle

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What is the proper definition of an inclined plane?

• something that flies in the sky

• a wheel & axle

• Also known as a ramp, it is a flat supporting surface tilted at an angle, with one end higher than the other, used as an aid for raising or lowering a load

• a wedge

The longer the inclined plane, the ___________________ to move the object

• the less force you need

• the more force you need

• the more work you need to complete

• the less work you need to complete

The unit for force is _____.

• Neutrons

• Newtons

• Tons

• Inches

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Which has the longer distance - straight lift from the ground directly to the back of truck or using an inclined plane?

• Straight lift

• They are the same

• Inclined Plane

How can you decrease the effort force needed to push a mass to the top of the ramp?

• cover the surface with carpet

• increase the length of the ramp

• increase the height of the ramp

• decrease the length of the ramp

The unit or label for work is

• Newtons

• joules

• meters

• seconds

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Which of the following does a simple machine do?

• 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.

• All of the above.

What is a disadvantage of using an inclined plane to lift a heavy object?

• The object must be moved a greater distance.

• It takes less effort to move the object.

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