Wedge

Is a doorstop a wedge

• True 

• False

Which wedges increases the distance over which work is done?

• longer

• shorter

• the distance is the same

A wedge is a _________ shaped object

• Triangular

• Circular

• Cube

• Apple

is a tooth a wedge(Think, does it split or break things apart?)

• True 

• False

Which of the following is a characteristic of a wedge?

• It has a circular shape

• It has a flat surface

• It has a pointed edge

• It has a flexible structure

What is a wedge in the context of simple machines?

• A device that uses a wheel and axle to lift objects

• A simple machine that consists of two inclined planes joined together

• A lever used to move heavy objects

• A pulley system used to lift weights

How does a wedge make work easier?

• By reducing the amount of force needed to lift an object

• By changing the direction of the applied force

• By increasing the distance over which the force is applied

• By concentrating force on a smaller area

Which of the following is NOT a type of wedge?

• Chisel

• Axe

• Screw

• Doorstop

In which of the following applications would you most likely find a wedge being used?

• Lifting a car

• Cutting wood

• Measuring angles

• Transmitting electricity

How does a wedge differ from an inclined plane?

• A wedge is used to lift objects, while an inclined plane is used to split objects

• A wedge is stationary, while an inclined plane moves

• A wedge moves to exert force, while an inclined plane is stationary

• A wedge is used to measure angles, while an inclined plane is used to measure distances