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21 July, 23:15

Ms. Sullivan's class is investigating simple machines. Today they are using a crowbar to lift a heavy desk. Most students can lift the desk with the crowbar, even though they couldn't lift it with their bare hands.

One student in the class can't lift the desk even with the crowbar. What change should be made so the student can lift the desk?

A) Use a crowbar that is longer than the first.

B) Use a crowbar that is shorter than the first.

C) Use a crowbar that is heavier than the first.

D) Use a different type of lever that is the same length as the original crowbar.

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  1. 21 July, 23:30
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    The answer is A. If you increase the length of the lever arm, it will decrease the force required to lift the desk.
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