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1(c)
The diagram below shows a lever in use:
Without changing the dimensions of the lever, if the load is shifted towards the fulcrum what happens to the mechanical advantage of the lever?
Topic: Machines, levers and pulleys
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Answer
Exam answer
Mechanical advantage increases.
Explanation
Moving the load towards the fulcrum decreases the load arm.
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