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Physics · L1 · Choosing a Simple Machine

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How to pick which everyday simple machine fits a job, from carrying to lifting to fastening.

by @openstemUpdated Physics
What job do you need to do?Move something up or down?🛝 Inclined planePulleyMove something along the ground?🛒 Wheel and axleLeverSplitting or fastening?🪓 WedgeScrewUp a slopeStraight up with ropeRollingPrying or balancingCutting apartTwisting together

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