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3.3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| there are a total of 3 types of simple machines | false |
| the forearm of the human body works like a third-class lever | true |
| there are four types of classes of levers | false |
| which factors determine whether a lever is a first class lever, second class lever, or third class lever | the input forces, output forces and the fulcrum |
| what is a compound machine | when two or more machines work together |
| how do you calculate efficiency of a compound machine | divide |
| how can you use a wedge | door stop, axe, and eating food |
| how can you use a lever | your arm, your neck, and your foot |
| how can you use a pulley | lift an engine, open your window blinds, and an elevator |
| flagpole | pulley |
| roller skates | wheel and axle |
| sailboat mast | pulley |
| a lever pivot point | fulcrum |
| an oar | first-class lever |
| a hockey stick | third-class lever |
| how can gears change there size and direction | they go opposite directions |
| what happens to efficiency of the overall machine as more simple machines are added to it | the efficiency decreases |