Simple Machines - WEDGE

Is a simple machine made up of two inclined planes placed back to back creating a thick base and a sharp edge.

• wedge

• lever

• inclined plane

• wheel & axle

Which simple machine can be best to use in cutting your nails?

• knife

• scissors

• nail cutter

• ax

Which of the following does NOT a function of simple machines?

• help us to do work with less force

• make work easier

• makes us to become lazy

• make work faster

Which type of simple machine can be used to break things apart?

• wheel & axle

• wedge

• lever

• pulley

Which of the following can be both a lever and a wedge?

• scissors

• broom

• knife

• pins

Knives, nails, chisels, and needles are examples of what kind of simple machine?

• lever

• pulley

• wheel & axle

• wedge

Which of the following are examples of wedges? (Hint: two)

• jar lid

• needle

• nail

• hose

This image shows which of the following simple machine?

• wheel & axle

• pulley

• wedge

• lever

It is an object with a slanted edge that is sharp. It can be used to cut materials apart.

• wheel & axle

• wedge

• pulley

• lever

Which of these is an example of a wedge?

• wheel

• spoon

• butter knife

• seesaw