Question

What is the output force if the input force on the wheel is 100 N?

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A) 5 B) 200 C) 500 D) 2000

Answer 1

the answer is B) and here's why:
since the radius of the wheel is 3 and the radius of the axle is 1 you multiply 3 by 1 which is 3. Then you multiply it with 100 so 3 x 100 is 300. But there is no 300 the closest answer is B)200. so B should be the answer

Answer 2

Output force, F' = 300 N

Step-by-step explanation:

It is given that,

Input force acting on the wheel, F = 100 N

From the figure,

Radius of the wheel, r = 3 cm

Radius of the axle, r' = 1 cm

The mechanical advantage of the wheel and axle is given by :

`MA=(radius\ of\ wheel)/(radius\ of\ axle)`

`MA=(3\ cm)/(1\ cm)`

MA = 3

Another definition of mechanical advantage is given by :

MA = output force/ input force

`F'=MA* F`

`F'=3* 100`

F' = 300 N

So, the output force of the wheel and axle is 300 N. Hence, this is the required solution.