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When using a lever, what needs to happen in order to increase the size of the output force and to raise the mechanical advantage of the lever?

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Step-by-step explanation:

They are,

1.Moving the load closer to the fulcrum will increase the mechanical advantage.

2.Moving the effort farther from the fulcrum will increase the mechanical advantage. This may require a longer lever.

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