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What is the formula for mechanical advantage?
A. Ma = force output + force input
B. MA = force output / force input
C. MA = force input / force output
D. MA = force output * force input

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Answer:

B. MA = force output / force input

Step-by-step explanation:

The ideal mechanical advantage equals the length of the effort arm divided by the length of the resistance arm of a lever. In general, the IMA = the resistance force, Fr, divided by the effort force, Fe. IMA also equals the distance over which the effort is applied, de, divided by the distance the load travels, dr.

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answer: MA= force output/ force input .
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