Mini-Quiz: Distance Mechanical Advantage

1. What happens to the distance mechanical advantage when the distances are in opposite directions?

   The mechanical advantage becomes negativeSorry, not correct. Try another button. Distances are always in the same directionGood try, but not right. Select another answer. Direction is not a factor in distance mechanical advantageThat is correct. You understand distance mechanical advantage.

2. What is the distance mechanical advantage if both arms of a lever equal 2m?

   1Correct. You seem like a Champion. 2Oops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again. Both arms a lever cannot be the sameSorry, not correct. Try another button.

3. How does a bicycle give you a distance mechanical advantage?

   You can travel a further distance on a bicycle than by walkingGood try, but not right. Select another answer. The circumference of the tire is greater than that of the pedal sprocketThat is correct. You understand distance mechanical advantage. The distance from the pedals to the rear wheel give you an advantageOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

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