A log splitting machine was invented to split logs quickly. A motor powers a metal piece that is pushed through the middle of a log. The metal piece used to split a log is an example of what simple machine? a. wedgeb. pulleyc. screwd. lever

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Landen Gutierrez

11 February, 11:25

A log splitting machine was invented to split logs quickly. A motor powers a metal piece that is pushed through the middle of a log. The metal piece used to split a log is an example of what simple machine? a. wedgeb. pulleyc. screwd. lever

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Yasmine Carney · Answer 1

a. wedge

Explanation:

The wedge machine is used to separate, lift or split

objects. It is triangular in shape with a tapered formation thick and blunt on one end, thin on the other end (the edge)