⚙️ Simple Machines

Explore the 6 simple machines that make work easier! Learn how they work, then test your knowledge.

🎯 Score: 0/1 Question 1 of 12

A bar that pivots on a point (fulcrum) to lift heavy loads with less effort.

💡 Did you know? Archimedes said: "Give me a lever long enough and I can move the Earth!"

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Why do simple machines make work easier?

Explore the machines: Open the Machine Explorer above and tap each machine type to see animated diagrams and learn about them.
Answer questions: Read each question carefully, then select your answer from A–D.
Check & learn: Tap "Check Answer" to see if you're right. Read the explanation for every question!
Score high: Try to get all 12 questions correct — can you become a Simple Machines expert? ⚙️

⚖️ Lever: Seesaw, crowbar

🔝 Pulley: Flagpole, elevator

📐 Inclined Plane: Ramp, stairs

🎡 Wheel & Axle: Bicycle, doorknob

🔺 Wedge: Knife, nail

🔩 Screw: Jar lid, light bulb

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