Fulcrum

Fulcrum

Assessment

Interactive Video

Other, Physics, Science, Engineering

6th - 9th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tutorial explains the concept of fulcrums, which are pivotal points in levers and wheels. It provides examples of fulcrums in everyday objects like scissors, bottle openers, seesaws, and oars. The tutorial also discusses how wheels function as rotating levers with fulcrums at their centers. The video concludes with a reflective question about identifying the fulcrum in a human arm when lifting a barbell.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a fulcrum in a pair of scissors?

It is the cutting edge.

It acts as a handle.

It is the pivot point.

It is the blade.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is a fulcrum essential for a lever to work?

It supports and balances the lever.

It makes the lever heavier.

It shortens the lever.

It provides color to the lever.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a wheel similar to a lever?

Both have handles.

Both are used for cutting.

Both have a fulcrum.

Both are circular.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the fulcrum located in a wheel?

Outside the wheel.

At the center of the wheel.

At the edge of the wheel.

On the surface of the wheel.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the human body, which part acts as a fulcrum when lifting a barbell?

The hand

The elbow

The shoulder

The wrist

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