Question

How are moving pulleys different from fixed-position pulleys? (Points : 3) Moving pulleys have more force than fixed-position pulleys. Moving pulleys are easier to use than fixed-position pulleys. Moving pulleys are attached to the object and move with the object. Fixed-position pulleys are connected to a fixed point and do not move. Moving pulleys are attached to the object and are stationary. Fixed-position pulleys are connected to a fixed point and move freely.

Answer 1

"Fixed-position pulleys are connected to a fixed point and do not move" is the one among the following choices given in the question that explains how the moving pulleys are different from fixed-position pulleys. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the fourth option.

Answer 2

Answer : Option D) Fixed-position pulleys are connected to a fixed point and do not move.

Explanation : As the name suggests the moving pulleys move freely whereas the fixed pulleys as per their name is attached to a fixed position and at a fixed point and they can not move freely.

Movable pulleys are ones which has one part of the rope attached to a fixed object, like a bar or a beam. Whereas when both the parts of a rope are attached to a fixed object, this is called as a fixed pulley.