Question

Read and analyze the following statements given. Tell if the statement is true. If not, change the underlined word(s) to make it true.

_____________ 1. A wedge is a modified inclined plane.

_____________ 2. A single wedge comprises only one inclined plane.

_____________ 3. An axe is a wedge composed of a single inclined plane.

_____________ 4. The narrower the wedge is, the sharper it gets.

_____________ 5. More effort is applied to a sharp wedge to split an object.

_____________ 6. A wedge changes the direction of the force that is applied to it.

_____________ 7. A door stopper is a wedge used to cut an object.

_____________ 8. A wedge can also hold an object in its place.

_____________ 9. A wedge with a shorter and wider tip requires less effort to do its work.

_____________ 10. A double wedge is composed of two inclined planes put side-to-side to form a sharp edge.

Answer 1

1. True

2. False. A single wedge consists of two inclined planes joined together.

3. False. An axe is a double wedge, consisting of two inclined planes joined together to form a sharp edge.

4. False. The wider the wedge is, the sharper it gets.

5. False. Less effort is required to split an object with a sharp wedge.

6. True

7. False. A door stopper is a wedge used to hold a door in place, not to cut an object.

8. True

9. False. A wedge with a longer and narrower tip requires less effort to do its work.

10. True

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