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Simple Machines

AB
pulley, clothesline
pulley, wishing well
lever, stapler
lever, rake
lever, fork
wedge, can opener
wedge, iron wedge
wheel, tire
wheel, windmill
wheel, phone
inclined plane, garden stairs
inclined plane, ramp
inclined plane, ladder
screw, door lock
screw, drill
screw, piano stool
screw, screws
screw, meat grinder
pulleyA simple machine that uses grooved wheels and a rope to raise, lower or move a load.
leverA stiff bar that rests on a support called a fulcrum which lifts or moves loads.
wedgeAn object with at least one slanting side ending in a sharp edge, which cuts material apart.
wheelAn axle moves through its center to lift or move loads.
inclined planeA slanting surface connecting a lower level to a higher level.
screwAn inclined plane wrapped around a pole which holds things together or lifts materials.
Compound machineConsists of two or more simple machines put together

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