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A wheelbarrow is a complex machine that combines which simple machines?

OA. A wedge and a pulley
B. An inclined plane and a lever
C. A lever and a wheel and axle
OD. A wheel and axle and an inclined plane

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A wheelbarrow combines the simple machines of:

C. A lever and a wheel and axle

The lever is the handles of the wheelbarrow, which provide a mechanical advantage for lifting and carrying heavy loads. The wheel and axle assist in reducing friction and making it easier to move the wheelbarrow.

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