Physics: Static Force and Equilibrium
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What is the primary purpose of using levers in physical work?

  • To exercise most of our movements
  • To involve the use of bones in the body
  • To make physical work more difficult
  • To move something that is heavy or to move something quickly (correct)
  • What is the point at which the lever rotates called?

  • Load
  • Fulcrum (correct)
  • Output force
  • Input force
  • What is the term for how much a simple machine multiplies an applied force?

  • Fulcrum point
  • Lever system
  • Simple machine
  • Mechanical advantage (correct)
  • What is the object that is lifted on the other end of the bar when using a lever?

    <p>Load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the type of lever and the amount of mechanical advantage the machine has?

    <p>Location of the force, load, and fulcrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the force applied to the lever?

    <p>Input force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of using a lever system within the body?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the effort is farther away from the fulcrum?

    <p>It is easier to move the load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the bar that turns on an unmoving point?

    <p>Lever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of using a lever system?

    <p>Mechanical advantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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