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science chapter 4 section 2
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12/09/2005

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machine
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A machine is a device with which you can do work in a way that is easier or more effective.
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input force
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The force you exert on the machine called input force.
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output force
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The force exerted by the machine called the output force.
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the formular of mechanical advantage
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mechanical advantage= Output force over Input force
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mechanical advantage
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finding the ratio of output force to input force to gives you the mechanical advantage of a machine.
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efficiency
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The efficiency of the machine compares the output work to the input work.
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The formular of efficiency
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Efficiency= Output work over input work x 100%
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Actual mechanical advantage
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The mechanical advantage that a machine provides in a real situation is called actual mechanical advantage.
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ideal mechanical advantage
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The ideal mechanical advantage is called the mechanical advantage of a machine with friction.
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NOTE
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A machine makes work easier by changing the amount of force you exert the distance over which you exert your force, or the direction in which you exert your force.
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