What are simple machines?

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The question is asking about the definition and examples of simple machines. Simple machines are basic mechanical devices that help in performing work more easily. They include levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wedges, screws, and gear systems.

Answer

Simple machines include lever, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, pulley, and screw.

Simple machines are basic mechanical devices for modifying motion and force to perform work. The six types are lever, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, pulley, and screw.

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Simple machines are basic mechanical devices for modifying motion and force to perform work. The six types are lever, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, pulley, and screw.

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Simple machines leverage mechanical advantage to make tasks easier, usually by altering force or motion direction.

Tips

Some might confuse complex machinery as simple machines; however, simple machines have few or no moving parts.

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