Mechanical Comprehension · Question 164

Question 164 of 200

Compared to lifting a heavy box straight up, pushing it up a long, gently sloped ramp requires

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Correct answer to question 164 (Mechanical Comprehension): less force but a longer distance of travel

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A ramp trades distance for force: it reduces the force needed to raise the load but requires pushing it a longer distance.

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