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You apply a force of 9N on the end of a lever to open a paint can lid. The resistance of the lid is 18N. Calculate the M.A.

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Answer:

M.A=2

Explanation:

Mechanical advantage = Load/effort

M.A=Load/Effort

load=18N Effort =9N

M.A=18/9

M.A=2

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