The mechanical advantage of the machine shown above

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Physics - 2024 Subject: Physics

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7.5

15.5

30.0

60.0

Answer Details

Mechanical advantage of a machine = $\frac{LOAD}{EFFORT}$

In this case of a wedge, we can consider the dimensions given:

Load distance (height of the machine): 15 cm
Effort distance (movement of the effort): 0.5 cm

M.A = $\frac{15}{0.5}$ = 30.0

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