5th Class Science Work, Force, Energy and Simple Machines Question Bank Force Work and Energy

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    Which of the following simple machines is/are incorrectly paired with is (their) function?
    Simple Functions
    Reduces effort to overcome a load
    Changes the direction of the applied force but not the speed
    Changes the speed at which an object moves

    A)  X and Y                      

    B)  Y and Z           

    C)         Z only

    D)         Only   

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Figure Y shows gears which change the direction of applied force and also the speed at which an object moves. The smaller gear will turn faster than larger gear. Figure Z shows pulley. It changes the direction of the force but not the speed at which the object moves.


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