Types of Simple Machines

a simple machine consisting of a bar that pivots at a fixed point, called the fulcrum

• lever

• inclined plane

• wedge

• pulley

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a simple machine that is a straight, slanted surface

• inclined plane

• compound machine

• wheel and axle

• wedge

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a simple machine consisting of a grooved wheel that holds a rope or a cable; a load is attached to one end and an input force is applied to the other end

• pulley

• screw

• compound machine

• inclined plane

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an inclined plan that is wrapped in a spiral

• screw

• inclined plane

• wedge

• pulley

a simple machine consisting of two circular objects of different sizes

• wheel and axle

• pulley

• compound machine

• lever

• wedge

• inclined plane

• screw

• pulley

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a double inclined plane that moves

• wedge

• inclined plane

• wheel and axle

• pulley

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machines that are made from two or more simple machines

• lever

• compound machine

• inclined plane

• wedge

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• lever

• wedge

• wheel and axle

• inclined plane

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Identify the simple machine in the picture.

• Lever

• Inclined plane

• Wheel and axle

• Screw