Simple Machines: Levers and Ramps
Exploring how simple machines like levers and ramps can make work easier.
Key Questions
- Explain how a ramp helps us move heavy objects more easily.
- Design a simple lever to lift a small object.
- Compare the effort needed to lift an object directly versus using a ramp.
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