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Mechanisms Quiz

Authored by Matt Longville

Physics

12th Grade

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Mechanisms Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between a simple machine and a mechanism?

D. Simple machines are used for linear motion, while mechanisms are used for rotary motion

C. Mechanisms are used in industrial equipment, while simple machines are used in household appliances

B. Simple machines function alone, while mechanisms are an assemblage of moving mechanical components

A. Simple machines have more moving parts than mechanisms

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a linkage system in machines?

A. To convert rotary motion into linear motion and vice versa

B. To generate electricity for the machine

C. To provide stability to the machine

D. To control the temperature of the machine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is considered the father of screw theory?

B. Leonard Euler

D. Isaac Newton

A. James Watt

C. Sir Robert Stawell Ball

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the simplest mechanism, also known as the first mechanism?

B. 4-bar linkage

D. Cam and Follower

C. Lever

A. 3-bar linkage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a crank in a slide-crank linkage system?

D. To control the temperature of the machine

C. To provide stability to the machine

B. To generate electricity for the machine

A. To convert rotary motion into linear motion

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of linkage system follows the geometry of a parallelogram?

C. Parallel linkage

B. 3-bar linkage

D. Scissor linkage

A. 2-bar linkage

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of mechanism changes continuous rotary motion into intermittent linear motion?

D. Linkage

C. Bearing

B. Cam and Follower

A. Slide-Crank

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