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7.2 Simple Machines

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 7mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of simple machines?

a)

To create energy

b)

To change the direction or magnitude of a force

c)

To increase friction

d)

To generate electricity

2.

Which of the following is NOT a type of simple machine?

a)

Lever

b)

Inclined Plane

c)

Pulley

d)

Motor

3.

What is the mechanical advantage of a simple machine?

a)

The ratio of output force to input force

b)

The difference between input and output forces

c)

The ratio of input force to output force

d)

The sum of input and output forces

4.

Which simple machine consists of a beam resting on a support?

a)

Wedge

b)

Pulley

c)

Screw

d)

Lever

5.

What is the function of a wedge?

a)

To rotate objects

b)

To roll objects

c)

To cut or split objects

d)

To lift objects

6.

Which simple machine is used in a flagpole?

a)

Lever

b)

Pulley

c)

Inclined Plane

d)

Wheel and Axle

7.

What is the principle behind a screw?

a)

Converting linear motion into rotational motion

b)

Converting rotational motion into linear motion

c)

Decreasing distance

d)

Increasing speed

8.

Which simple machine is a ramp an example of?

a)

Wedge

b)

Screw

c)

Lever

d)

Inclined Plane

9.

Which simple machine is used in a car jack?

a)

Lever

b)

Pulley

c)

Wheel and Axle

d)

Screw

10.

What is the role of torque in simple machines?

a)

To provide rotational motion

b)

To increase distance

c)

To decrease force

d)

To increase speed

11.

Which simple machine is a seesaw an example of?

a)

Lever

b)

Pulley

c)

Inclined Plane

d)

Wedge

12.

What is the function of a wheel and axle?

a)

To transport and roll objects

b)

To lift objects

c)

To cut objects

d)

To split objects

13.

Which simple machine is used in a construction crane?

a)

Pulley

b)

Screw

c)

Lever

d)

Inclined Plane