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Simple machines self-check questions

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Distance travelled in a particular direction is known as….

a)

Velocity

b)

Displacement

c)

Work

d)

Acceleration

2.

The fixed point about which a lever moves is known as…

a)

Beam

b)

Centroid

c)

Fulcrum

d)

Centre of gravity

3.

An axe is an example of which simple machine?

a)

Pulley

b)

Wedge

c)

Screw

d)

Inclined plane

4.

Which simple machine can be made using a plank kept at a slope?

a)

Pulley

b)

Wedge

c)

Screw

d)

Inclined plane

5.

What holds pulley in its fixed place?

a)

Rod

b)

Ramp

c)

Axle

d)

Bolt

6.

Reading a text book can be an example of work done in the physics perspective…

a)

True

b)

False

7.

All the advanced machines we use today are based on the use of 6 simple machines...

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Inclined plane helps to move heavier objects.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

A pulley is basically a screw having a groove on it.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

A lever is a simple machine, which cannot be moved about a fixed point.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

In physics perspective, work is said to be done by an object when the displacement of the object takes place under the influence of an applied force.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

A wheel and axle is basically a wheel having a groove on it.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

The plank is a sloping surface which is helpful in moving objects.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

The groove on the pulley helps to keep the rope in contact with the wheel.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

A lever is a cylindrical structure, which has a head at one end, and, is pointed at the other end.

a)

True

b)

False